Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $730 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 86/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 7560); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 3,622,315).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 3622315
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 7560 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 89/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $730
- Overall rating 86/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (93/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi K90 Pro Max by 2.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $169. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $169 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max edges out the Redmi K90 Pro Max by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Redmi K90 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. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.