Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 15
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $730 and $229. 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 5520); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 825,374).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi Note 15
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 825374
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 15 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $730
- Overall rating 57/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 15, 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 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Redmi Note 15 — 68/100; 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 (97/100 vs 55/100). 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 15 (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (95/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi Note 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 825374 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5520 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 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 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi Note 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 15
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi Note 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 15 by 351.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $501. Redmi Note 15 was $501 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (97/100 vs 55/100).
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 15 (90/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (95/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 by 36 points (93/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi Note 15 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 15?
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.