Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A15
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $730 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 48/100 (a 45-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 554,590).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A15
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $730
- Overall rating 48/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A15, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 45 points higher (93/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Samsung Galaxy A15 — 56/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A15 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (95/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Weight | — | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 571.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $530. Samsung Galaxy A15 was $530 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (91/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (90/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (95/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 45 points (93/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A15?
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.