Realme C100 4G vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme C100 4G (2026) runs on the Helio G92 Max, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $269 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 38/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100 4G has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100 4G
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Realme C100 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7560 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $269 vs $561
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1375
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Lighter: 210g vs 219g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100 4G vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 48 points higher (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Realme C100 4G — 22/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100 4G | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Helio G92 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.6 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $269 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C100 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C100 4G
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C100 4G and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Realme C100 4G by 89.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $292. Realme C100 4G was $292 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (89/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100 4G or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G by 48 points (86/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100 4G and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme C100 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 4G or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100 4G or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 4G over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.