Poco M8 Pro vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Poco M8 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $299 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 59/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 946,831).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8 Pro
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Poco M8 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $730
- Overall rating 59/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 946831
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 Pro vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 34 points higher (93/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Poco M8 Pro — 56/100, 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 Poco M8 Pro (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (95/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 Pro | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 946831 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.3×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | — | |
| Launch price | $299 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 Pro and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Poco M8 Pro by 74.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $431. Poco M8 Pro was $431 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (97/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (90/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (95/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro by 34 points (93/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8 Pro and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco M8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 Pro 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.