Redmi 12 vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $150 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 39/100 (a 54-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
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $730
- Overall rating 39/100
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
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 54 points higher (93/100 vs 39/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, 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 Redmi 12 (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (95/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | 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 | — | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Weight | 198 g | — | |
| Launch price | $150 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi 12 by 90.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $580. Redmi 12 was $580 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (95/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 54 points (93/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 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 Redmi 12 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 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.