Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $730 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 66/100 (a 27-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 2,112,047).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi Turbo 5
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 7560 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $730
- Overall rating 66/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (93/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100; 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 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (95/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 2112047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 76.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $480. Redmi Turbo 5 was $480 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (95/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 27 points (93/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Redmi Turbo 5?
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 Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.