Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A40
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A40 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904; launch prices were $730 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 25/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 200 MP vs 16 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 257,901).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A40
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 257901
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 330
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 975
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A40 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $730
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A40, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 68 points higher (93/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Samsung Galaxy A40 — 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 A40 (97/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (90/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (95/100 vs 12/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 7904 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 257901 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 330 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 975 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 5.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 3100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 25 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 144.4×69.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 140 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A40
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 25MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 5.9" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 3100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A40 by 1343.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $480. Samsung Galaxy A40 was $480 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (97/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (91/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (90/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (95/100 vs 12/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A40?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 by 68 points (93/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A40?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Samsung Galaxy A40 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A40?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A40?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A40?
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.