Nokia XR21 vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 46/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 592,015).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 47 points higher (93/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (95/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 231 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $730 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Nokia XR21 by 84.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia XR21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (91/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (90/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (95/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 47 points (93/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
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.