Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia XA2
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Sony Xperia XA2 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 630; launch prices were $730 and $349. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 21/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 23 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 215,323).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Sony Xperia XA2
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 215323
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 181
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 960
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 23MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 15/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Sony Xperia XA2 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $730
- Overall rating 21/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Sony Xperia XA2, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 72 points higher (93/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 15/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Sony Xperia XA2 — 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 Sony Xperia XA2 (97/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (95/100 vs 12/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Sony Xperia XA2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 630 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 215323 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 181 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 960 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 5.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1080x1920 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 23 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 142.0×70.0×9.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 171 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $349 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia XA2
- Main: 23MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Sony Xperia XA2
- 5.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Sony Xperia XA2
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Sony Xperia XA2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Sony Xperia XA2 by 1628.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $381. Sony Xperia XA2 was $381 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (97/100 vs 15/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (91/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (90/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 (95/100 vs 12/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia XA2?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XA2 by 72 points (93/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Sony Xperia XA2?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Sony Xperia XA2 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia XA2?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia XA2?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 15/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Sony Xperia XA2?
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.