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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China) 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

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China)
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Samsung · 2026

Galaxy S26+

Galaxy S26+
84/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,099 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Galaxy S26+ BETTER THAN Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China)?

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China)
Galaxy S26+Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORXiaomi RedmiGalaxy S26+LEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,900 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandard45W45W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.67"6.7"6.7"
Chassis WeightN/A190g190g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China):
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+100 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.67" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Galaxy S26+:
  • ✓809g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$8900 lower launch MSRP ($1099 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China)Galaxy S26+
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Screen Size6.67"6.7"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 3120x1440 (513 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A2,600 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 4 Gen 1 High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256 GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, Triple Camera System50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A12 MP, f/2.2
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 Lens12 MP12 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S26+ Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm
WeightN/A190 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🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,900 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging45W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported20W 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 5.3+6.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB-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$1099
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy S26+ edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy S26+ 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 Redmi Note 12 (China):
Balanced specifications with Xiaomi hardware design · Runs Android with optimized security support
When to buy Galaxy S26+:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.3 vs top rival 84.1 · Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 0W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China) vs Galaxy S26+

Which phone is better: Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China) or Galaxy S26+?

Galaxy S26+ leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.3/100 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China) (84.1/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.3 vs top rival 84.1 and Significantly faster wired charging: 45W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China) and Galaxy S26+?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China) is equipped with a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Galaxy S26+ features a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China) and Galaxy S26+?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 (China) scores 80/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S26+ scores 91/100.

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