Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17: Which One Should You Buy?
Galaxy S26 Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedXiaomi Redmi Note 179091
- CameraGalaxy S26 Ultra10080
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryXiaomi Redmi Note 178695
- DisplayGalaxy S26 Ultra9089
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueXiaomi Redmi Note 175585
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery7,700 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 has the bigger screen6.99" vs 6.9"
- Galaxy S26 Ultra has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Galaxy S26 Ultra wins — BeastScore 88.2/100
After comparing all the specs, Galaxy S26 Ultra is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 88.2 vs top rival 88.1 and Significantly faster wired charging: 60W vs max 0W.
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.2 vs top rival 88.1 · Significantly faster wired charging: 60W vs max 0W
Larger battery capacity: 7,700 mAh (+2,700 mAh more)
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy S26 Ultra or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17?
Galaxy S26 Ultra leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.2/100 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 (88.1/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.2 vs top rival 88.1 and Significantly faster wired charging: 60W vs max 0W.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17?
Galaxy S26 Ultra has a 6.9-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 has a 6.99-inch display and 7700 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 compare for speed?
Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 90/100 for performance; Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 scores 91/100.
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