Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880; launch prices were $730 and $459. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 18/100 (a 75-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 16 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 16/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $459 vs $730
- Overall rating 18/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 75 points higher (93/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 16/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Samsung Galaxy A7 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 A7 2017 (97/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (90/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (95/100 vs 16/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 7880 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 175 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 760 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 5.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1920x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 3600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 156.8×77.6×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $459 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- Main: 16MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 5.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1920x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A7 2017
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $271. Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 was $271 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (97/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (91/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (90/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 (95/100 vs 16/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 by 75 points (93/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A7 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.