Realme 16 Pro+ vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Realme 16 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $330 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 68/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,392,392).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro+
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Realme 16 Pro+ better?
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $730
- Better display (94/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1392392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro+ vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro+ — 72/100, 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 Realme 16 Pro+ (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (95/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro+ | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1392392 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Weight | 199 g | — | |
| Launch price | $330 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro+
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 Pro+ and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Realme 16 Pro+ by 62.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Realme 16 Pro+ was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (97/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (90/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (95/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ by 25 points (93/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Realme 16 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro+ over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Realme 16 Pro+ is a better fit for active users. 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.