Apple iPhone 17e vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 59/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 2,156,126).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 3639
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $730
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9454
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 34 points higher (93/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (95/100 vs 21/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | — | |
| Launch price | $599 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 17e by 42.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $131. Apple iPhone 17e was $131 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (91/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (90/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (95/100 vs 21/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e by 34 points (93/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.