Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (2026) runs on the Exynos 1610; launch prices were $730 and $325. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 46/100 (a 47-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.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (90/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A18 4G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $325 vs $730
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 47 points higher (93/100 vs 46/100). 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 44/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Samsung Galaxy A18 4G — 28/100; 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 "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (95/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A18 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Exynos 1610 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $325 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $405. Samsung Galaxy A18 4G was $405 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (91/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (90/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (95/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G by 47 points (93/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
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.