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Xiaomi 12S Ultra vs Galaxy S26+

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

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Xiaomi · 2022

Xiaomi 12S Ultra

$1199

84.3/ 100

Overall

Exceptional

BeastScore

84.3

Benchmark

Performance90/100

Camera91/100

Battery80/100

Samsung · 2026

Galaxy S26+

$1099

84.3/ 100

Overall

Exceptional

BeastScore

84.3

Benchmark

Performance90/100

Camera91/100

Battery78/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12S Ultra:

✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.73" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

Reasons to buy Galaxy S26+:

✓35g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$100 lower launch MSRP ($1099 vs $1199)
✓Larger 4,900 mAh battery capacity (+40 mAh more capacity)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Xiaomi 12S Ultra	Galaxy S26+
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & Tech	LTPO AMOLED	Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Screen Size	6.73"	6.7"
Resolution & Density	3200x1440 (521 ppi)	3120x1440 (513 ppi)
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,500 nits peak	2,600 nits peak
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 12	Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB	12 GB
Internal Storage	256GB / 512GB	256GB / 512GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera	50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX989	50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto Zoom	48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/4.1, OIS	10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS
Ultrawide Camera	48 MP, f/2.2	12 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	32 MP, f/2.45	12 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions	163.18 x 74.97 x 9.06 mm	158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm
Weight	225 g	190 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP68	IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity	4,860 mAh	4,900 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	67W wired fast charging	45W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	50W wireless charging	20W wireless charging
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth	5.3	6.0
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 2.0	USB-C 3.2
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$1199	$1099

Editorial Lab Verdict

Xiaomi 12S Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Xiaomi 12S Ultra ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xiaomi 12S Ultra:

Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 45W

When to buy Galaxy S26+:

Brighter screen: 2,600 nits peak vs 1,500 nits · Lighter body: 190g (35g lighter in hand)

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12S Ultra vs Galaxy S26+

Which phone is better: Xiaomi 12S Ultra or Galaxy S26+?

Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.3/100 compared to Galaxy S26+ (84.3/100), driven by advantages in Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 45W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 12S Ultra and Galaxy S26+?

Xiaomi 12S Ultra is equipped with a 6.73-inch display and 4860 mAh battery, while Galaxy S26+ features a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12S Ultra and Galaxy S26+?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S26+ scores 91/100.

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Xiaomi 12S Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.3/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12S Ultra vs Galaxy S26+

Which phone is better: Xiaomi 12S Ultra or Galaxy S26+?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 12S Ultra and Galaxy S26+?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12S Ultra and Galaxy S26+?

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