Redmi 10C vs Redmi K100
The Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 34/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 424,216); the Redmi 10C is noticeably lighter (190g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10C
Redmi K100
What makes Redmi 10C better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 234g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 10C vs the Redmi K100, the Redmi K100 scores 39 points higher (73/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (62/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 10C | Redmi K100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3298726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 10C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi 10C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 10C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 10C and Redmi K100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Redmi 10C by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (92/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (62/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10C or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 39 points (73/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 10C and the Redmi K100?
The Redmi 10C has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10C or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10C or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 10C over the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.