Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi K100

The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 64/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 2,085,754); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 234g).

The Redmi K100 edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Poco X8 Pro

Performance 77
Display 83
Camera 37
Battery 60
Portability 57
Value for money 62

Redmi K100

Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 80
Portability 25
Value for money —

What makes Poco X8 Pro better?

  • Lighter: 196g vs 234g

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 25/100)

What makes Redmi K100 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 2085754
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1555
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6405
  • Bigger battery: 10000 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 77/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi K100, the Redmi K100 scores 9 points higher (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (57/100 vs 25/100).

Poco X8 Pro: The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K100: The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification Poco X8 Pro Redmi K100
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2085754 3298726
Geekbench Single 1555 3013
Geekbench Multi 6405 9287
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 10000 mAh
Charging 67W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm —
Weight 196 g 234 g
Launch price $350 —

Camera comparison

Poco X8 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Redmi K100

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Poco X8 Pro

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display

Redmi K100

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Poco X8 Pro

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery

Redmi K100

  • 10000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery

Overall performance score

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

Poco X8 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
64/100
2085754 AnTuTu
Redmi K100 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100 +36.8%
3298726 AnTuTu

Redmi K100 leads Poco X8 Pro by 36.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Poco X8 Pro

$350

Redmi K100

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 77/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (80/100 vs 60/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (57/100 vs 25/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K100?

The Redmi K100 edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.

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

The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 77/100).

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

The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.