Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB vs Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB is cheaper by SAR 2,908 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 2,908

The deciding difference here: price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Screen size

    6.7 in6.9 in
  • Resolution

    3120 x 1440720 x 1600
  • Operating system

    AndroidXiaomi HyperOS 3

Specifications side by side

18 of 18 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 3,598
Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB specs
XiaomiSAR 690
Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,598SAR 690
Memory (RAM)—4 GB
Battery capacity—7,500 mAh
Wired charging—45 W
Main camera—50 MP
Storage256 GB256 GB

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB?

Screen size is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB: 6.9 in vs 6.7 in on the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in resolution between the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB?

Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB: 3120 x 1440; Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB: 720 x 1600. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in operating system between the Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB?

Samsung Galaxy S26+ 256GB: Android; Xiaomi Redmi 17 256GB: Xiaomi HyperOS 3. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.