Redmi 14C vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $120 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 31/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Redmi 14C better?
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $730
- Overall rating 31/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 14C vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 62 points higher (93/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 14C — 44/100, 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 14C (97/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (90/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (95/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 204 g | — | |
| Launch price | $120 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 14C and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi 14C by 90.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $610. Redmi 14C was $610 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (97/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (91/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (90/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (95/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C by 62 points (93/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 14C and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi 14C has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 14C or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 14C 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.