Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Vivo S50
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $730 and $390. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 72/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,794,400).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Vivo S50
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $390 vs $730
- Overall rating 72/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Vivo S50, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (93/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Vivo S50 — 74/100; 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 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (95/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Vivo S50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 1794400 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $390 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Vivo S50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Vivo S50 by 107.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $340. Vivo S50 was $340 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (90/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (95/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S50 by 21 points (93/100 vs 72/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Vivo S50 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Vivo S50?
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 S50 is a better fit for active users.