Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A72
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $730 and $450. 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 64 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A72
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A72 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $730
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A72, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 47 points higher (93/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Samsung Galaxy A72 — 16/100; 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 A72 (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (95/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A72, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A72 by 619.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. Samsung Galaxy A72 was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (91/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (90/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (95/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 by 47 points (93/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Samsung Galaxy A72 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A72?
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.