Redmi 15 vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Redmi 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $180 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 46/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $730
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 47 points higher (93/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 15 — 58/100, 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 15 (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (95/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2.2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | — | |
| Launch price | $180 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi 15 by 87.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Redmi 15 was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (97/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (90/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (95/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 47 points (93/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 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.