Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 75/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 2,995,695); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Xiaomi 15 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 2995695
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2798
- Lighter: 162g vs 213g
- Better portability (89/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $771 vs $799
- Better camera (78/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 8 points higher (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (89/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 2995695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $771 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Xiaomi 15 Pro by 5.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $28. Xiaomi 15 Pro was $28 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (80/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (89/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.