Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 15 Pro+
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4; launch prices were $730 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 61/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 975,892).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 975892
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro+ better?
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $730
- Overall rating 61/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 15 Pro+, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (93/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — 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 Note 15 Pro+ (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (95/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi Note 15 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 975892 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1223 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3168 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2700x1224 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×78.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi Note 15 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 15 Pro+ by 281.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $360. Redmi Note 15 Pro+ was $360 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (97/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (90/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (95/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ by 32 points (93/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 15 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.