Poco F9 Pro vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Poco F9 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 84/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6330); the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 3,228,426).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F9 Pro
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Poco F9 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $730
- Overall rating 84/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 3228426
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6330 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F9 Pro vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (93/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 84/100). Value score: Poco F9 Pro — 82/100, 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 and the Poco F9 Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F9 Pro (90/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 84/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F9 Pro | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3228426 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1156x2510 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6330 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | — | |
| Launch price | $699 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Poco F9 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F9 Pro
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1156x2510
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F9 Pro
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F9 Pro and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Poco F9 Pro by 13.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Poco F9 Pro was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Poco F9 Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F9 Pro (90/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 84/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F9 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max edges out the Poco F9 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F9 Pro and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco F9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F9 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F9 Pro over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco F9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, 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.