Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Xiaomi Civi 1S
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 35/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Civi 1S has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Samsung Galaxy S26
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Lighter: 162g vs 166g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 55W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (46/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (32/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 19 points higher (54/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (46/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (32/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (32/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi Civi 1S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 166 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (32/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Civi 1S — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Xiaomi Civi 1S leads on camera score (46/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.