Nubia Z70S Ultra vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Nubia Z70S Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $600 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 81/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 3,228,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Z70S Ultra
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Nubia Z70S Ultra better?
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $730
- Better display (93/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 3228937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Z70S Ultra vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 12 points higher (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Nubia Z70S Ultra — 76/100, 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (95/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Z70S Ultra | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3228937 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2688 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6600 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×77.1×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 228 g | — | |
| Launch price | $600 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6600 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:53 hrs, total 22:56 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Z70S Ultra and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Nubia Z70S Ultra by 13.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Nubia Z70S Ultra was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (95/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Z70S Ultra or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Nubia Z70S Ultra — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z70S Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z70S Ultra or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 79/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Z70S Ultra or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Z70S Ultra over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Nubia Z70S Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. 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.