Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Vivo Y05
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $730 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 33/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y05 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Vivo Y05
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1750
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y05 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $730
- Overall rating 33/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y05, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 60 points higher (93/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 31/100). 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 53/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Vivo Y05 — 58/100; 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 Vivo Y05 (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (95/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Vivo Y05 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y05
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo Y05
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y05
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $640. Vivo Y05 was $640 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (97/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (91/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (95/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 by 60 points (93/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Vivo Y05 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y05?
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 Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Vivo Y05?
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.