Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $730 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 78/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 3,453,998).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 3453998
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $730 vs $2199
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Overall rating 78/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (93/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (95/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP48 | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra by 7.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1469. Redmi K100 Pro Max was $1469 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (90/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (95/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
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. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.