Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi K50
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100; launch prices were $730 and $310. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 58/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,092,605).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi K50
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $730
- Overall rating 58/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi K50, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (93/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Redmi K50 — 54/100; 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 K50 (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (95/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi K50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 1092605 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1139 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3842 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $310 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi K50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi K50 by 240.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $420. Redmi K50 was $420 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (97/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (90/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (95/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K50?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 35 points (93/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi K50?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi K50 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K50?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K50?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Redmi K50?
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. The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users.