Redmi 12 4G vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Redmi 12 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 38/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 4G
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Redmi 12 4G better?
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 4G vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 55 points higher (93/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (95/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 4G | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $730 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 4G and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi 12 4G by 90.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (91/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (90/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (95/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 4G or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G by 55 points (93/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 4G and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 4G or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 4G or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 4G 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.