Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $649 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 61/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,720,028).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $730
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1720028
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (93/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro — 36/100, 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 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro (95/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1720028 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x1116 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.4×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 228 g | — | |
| Launch price | $649 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro by 53.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $81. Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro was $81 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro (95/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro by 32 points (93/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro is a better fit for active users. 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.