Realme C100i (India) vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Realme C100i (India) (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $105 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 34/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C100i (India) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C100i (India)
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Realme C100i (India) better?
- Cheaper at launch: $105 vs $730
- Overall rating 34/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C100i (India) vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 59 points higher (93/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme C100i (India) — 54/100, 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 C100i (India) (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (India) (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (India) (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (India) (95/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C100i (India) | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | — | |
| Launch price | $105 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Realme C100i (India)
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme C100i (India)
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C100i (India)
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $625. Realme C100i (India) was $625 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (India) (97/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (India) (91/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (India) (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (India) (95/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C100i (India) or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C100i (India) by 59 points (93/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C100i (India) and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Realme C100i (India) has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100i (India) or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C100i (India) or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100i (India) 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.