Redmi 15a vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Redmi 15a (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $130 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 42/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 32 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 639,225); the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 15a doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15a
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Redmi 15a better?
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $730
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15a vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 51 points higher (93/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 15a — 64/100, 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 15a (97/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (90/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (95/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | — | |
| Launch price | $130 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15a
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15a
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15a
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15a and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi 15a by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Redmi 15a was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (97/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (91/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (90/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (95/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15a or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 51 points (93/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15a and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi 15a has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15a or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15a or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15a 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.