Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi K70
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $730 and $320. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 64/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi K70
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $730
- Overall rating 64/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi K70, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (93/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Redmi K70 — 64/100; 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 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (95/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $320 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi K70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K70
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi K70 by 111.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $410. Redmi K70 was $410 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (95/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 by 29 points (93/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi K70 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Redmi K70?
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 K70 is a better fit for active users.