Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $730 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 89/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 8400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 3,722,803).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 8400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 165Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $730 vs $840
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 3722803
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 11047
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 91/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 4 points higher (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 16 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi K100 Pro Max by 32.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $110. Redmi K100 Pro Max was $110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max edges out the Vivo iQOO 16 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO 16?
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 Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.