Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi K50i
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 57/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,092,605); the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi K50i
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 5080 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 77/100)
What makes Redmi K50i better?
- Overall rating 57/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi K50i, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (93/100 vs 57/100). 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 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (95/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi K50i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 1092605 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1139 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3842 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.6" FFS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5080 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K50i
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi K50i
- 6.6" FFS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K50i
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi K50i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi K50i by 240.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K50i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (97/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (90/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (95/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K50i?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i by 36 points (93/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi K50i?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi K50i — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K50i?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K50i?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Redmi K50i?
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 K50i is a better fit for active users.