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Redmi Note 11SE vs Galaxy S26 Ultra

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Redmi Note 11SE
· 2022

Redmi Note 11SE

Price on request
78.3/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
78.3
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera78/100
Battery86/100
Galaxy S26 Ultra
· 2026

Galaxy S26 Ultra

$1299
88.2/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
88.2
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera100/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Redmi Note 11SE:
  • ✓24g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.5" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Galaxy S26 Ultra:
  • ✓$8700 lower launch MSRP ($1299 vs $9999)
  • ✓200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationRedmi Note 11SEGalaxy S26 Ultra
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechIPS TFT LCDDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X (Privacy Display)
Screen Size6.5"6.9"
Resolution & Density1080x2400 (405 ppi)3120x1440 (501 ppi)
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A2,600 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 11Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB12 GB
Internal Storage128GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera48 MP200 MP, f/1.4, OIS, Samsung HP2
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS + 50 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.9, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A50 MP, f/2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens8 MP12 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions161.81 x 75.34 x 8.92 mm163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm
Weight190 g214 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging18W wired fast charging60W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth 5.16.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$1299
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy S26 Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy S26 Ultra ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 100/100 camera rating.

When to buy Redmi Note 11SE:
Lighter body: 190g (24g lighter in hand)
When to buy Galaxy S26 Ultra:
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.2 vs top rival 78.3 · Significantly faster wired charging: 60W vs max 18W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Redmi Note 11SE vs Galaxy S26 Ultra

Which phone is better: Redmi Note 11SE or Galaxy S26 Ultra?

Galaxy S26 Ultra leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.2/100 compared to Redmi Note 11SE (78.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.2 vs top rival 78.3 and Significantly faster wired charging: 60W vs max 18W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Redmi Note 11SE and Galaxy S26 Ultra?

Redmi Note 11SE is equipped with a 6.5-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 6.9-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Redmi Note 11SE and Galaxy S26 Ultra?

In lab hardware evaluations, Redmi Note 11SE scores 78/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 100/100.

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