Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 17 Pro
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $730 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 56/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 9000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 829,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi Note 17 Pro
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2892
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 9000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 73/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $730
- Overall rating 56/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 37 points higher (93/100 vs 56/100). 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 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Redmi Note 17 Pro — 66/100; 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 17 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (95/100 vs 73/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi Note 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 829894 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 348.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (90/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (95/100 vs 73/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro by 37 points (93/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
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 17 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.