Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi K100 Pro

The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi K100 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 62/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,629,444).

The Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 26 points (88/100 vs 62/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 27
Value for money 78
Redmi K100 Pro
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 89
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?

  • Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K100 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2629444
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 2560Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi K100 Pro, the Redmi K100 Pro scores 26 points higher (88/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K100 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).

Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K100 Pro: The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Max Redmi K100 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 2629444 3942923
Geekbench Single 3228 3640
Geekbench Multi 9553 11033
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1200x2608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 2560 Hz
Battery 8500 mAh 9000 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 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16, HyperOS 3
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 218 g
Price $469
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Redmi K100 Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K100 Pro
  • 6.9" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 2560 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Redmi K100 Pro
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi K100 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
62/100
2629444 AnTuTu
Redmi K100 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +33.3%
3942923 AnTuTu

Redmi K100 Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 33.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Redmi K100 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (92/100 vs 65/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (90/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K100 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K100 Pro?

The Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 26 points (88/100 vs 62/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K100 Pro — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K100 Pro?

The Redmi K100 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K100 Pro?

The Redmi K100 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 65/100).

Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi K100 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.