ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Redmi K100
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 3,247,013).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Redmi K100
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Lighter: 220g vs 234g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 3247013
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the Redmi K100, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (38/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Redmi K100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 3298726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 220 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Redmi K100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra by 1.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (38/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Redmi K100?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra edges out the Redmi K100 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Redmi K100?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Redmi K100?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Redmi K100?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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.