Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570; launch prices were $730 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 16/100 (a 77-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $730
- Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 77 points higher (93/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 0/100). 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 J3 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 J3 2017 (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (95/100 vs 15/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 7570 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 122 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 405 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 5.0" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 2400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 143.2×70.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 149 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $530. Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 was $530 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (97/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (91/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (95/100 vs 15/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 by 77 points (93/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy J3 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 J3 2017?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy J3 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.