Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 12 Pro
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080; launch prices were $730 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 54/100 (a 39-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 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12 Pro
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $730
- Overall rating 54/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 39 points higher (93/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 52/100). 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 53/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Redmi Note 12 Pro — 46/100; 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 Note 12 Pro (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (95/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 731937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 102 | |
| 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 | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi Note 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 Pro by 408.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $430. Redmi Note 12 Pro was $430 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (97/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (90/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (95/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro by 39 points (93/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi Note 12 Pro — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
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 Note 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
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.