Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Redmi K100 Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Redmi K100 Pro (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro leads — 91/100 vs 80/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,531,378).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Redmi K100 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3531378
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 11047
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K100 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Better camera (90/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Redmi K100 Pro, the Redmi K100 Pro scores 11 points higher (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (95/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (90/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (95/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Redmi K100 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3531378 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 249 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K100 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K100 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Redmi K100 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Redmi K100 Pro by 0.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (90/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (95/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K100 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K100 Pro — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K100 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Redmi K100 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.