Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; launch prices were $799 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 46/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 824,513); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2731
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 191g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 27W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $799
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (74/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro — 20/100; 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, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (89/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro by 242.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (89/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (81/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (77/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (89/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro by 28 points (74/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.