Redmi 15 vs Redmi K100
The Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 43/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 476,175); the Redmi 15 is noticeably lighter (214g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Redmi K100
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Lighter: 214g vs 234g
- Better portability (46/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Redmi K100, the Redmi K100 scores 30 points higher (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (94/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (46/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15 | Redmi K100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3298726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 214 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15 and Redmi K100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Redmi 15 by 85.6% 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 15 (92/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (94/100 vs 74/100).
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 notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (80/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (46/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 30 points (73/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Redmi K100?
The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15 over the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.