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Redmi Note 12 Pro 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 12 Pro
· 2022

Redmi Note 12 Pro

$299
85.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
85.8
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera88/100
Battery88/100
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 12 Pro:
  • ✓27g lighter chassis (187g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$1000 lower launch MSRP ($299 vs $1299)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Galaxy S26 Ultra:
  • ✓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 12 ProGalaxy S26 Ultra
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X (Privacy Display)
Screen Size6.67"6.9"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (395 ppi)3120x1440 (501 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness900 nits peak2,600 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 12Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB12 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX766200 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 Camera8 MP, f/2.250 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 Lens16 MP, f/2.4512 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions162.9 x 76 x 7.9 mm163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm
Weight187 g214 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP53IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W 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 6EWi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.26.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (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 Price$299$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 12 Pro:
Lighter body: 187g (27g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $299 (save $1000)
When to buy Galaxy S26 Ultra:
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.2 vs top rival 85.8 · Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Galaxy S26 Ultra

Which phone is better: Redmi Note 12 Pro or Galaxy S26 Ultra?

Galaxy S26 Ultra leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.2/100 compared to Redmi Note 12 Pro (85.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.2 vs top rival 85.8 and Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Redmi Note 12 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra?

Redmi Note 12 Pro is equipped with a 6.67-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 12 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra?

In lab hardware evaluations, Redmi Note 12 Pro scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 100/100.

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