Nubia Air vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Nubia Air (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $199 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 51/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 639,225).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Nubia Air better?
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $730
- Overall rating 51/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 42 points higher (93/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 47/100). 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 46/100). Value score: Nubia Air — 64/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (97/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (95/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.6×6.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 172 g | — | |
| Launch price | $199 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Nubia Air by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $531. Nubia Air was $531 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (97/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (90/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air (95/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air by 42 points (93/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Nubia Air has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air 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 Nubia Air or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air 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.