Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Redmi K100
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 73/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 3,298,726); the Redmi K100 is noticeably lighter (234g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Redmi K100
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 3298726
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 9287
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (27/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 234g vs 249g
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Redmi K100, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Redmi K100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3298726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 249 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Redmi K100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Redmi K100 by 4.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (71/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K100?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Redmi K100 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K100?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K100?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Redmi K100?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Redmi K100?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.