Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870; launch prices were $730 and $349. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 20/100 (a 73-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 2350); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 192,269).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 2350 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $730
- Overall rating 20/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 73 points higher (93/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 0/100; 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 A3 2017 (97/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (95/100 vs 15/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 7870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 192269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 172 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 492 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 4.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1280x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 2350 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 135.4×66.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 138 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $349 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 4.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 2350 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A3 2017, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 1836.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $381. Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 was $381 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (97/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (91/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (95/100 vs 15/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 73 points (93/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
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.