Realme C100 5G vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Realme C100 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $210 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 45/100 (a 48-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 528,398); the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C100 5G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100 5G
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Realme C100 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $730
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100 5G vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 48 points higher (93/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme C100 5G — 48/100, 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 C100 5G (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (95/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100 5G | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.8×78.2×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 224 g | — | |
| Launch price | $210 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C100 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C100 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C100 5G and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Realme C100 5G by 85.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $520. Realme C100 5G was $520 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C100 5G (91/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G (95/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100 5G or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100 5G by 48 points (93/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100 5G and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Realme C100 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 5G or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100 5G or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 5G 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.