Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $730 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 55/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 8200); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 8200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $730
- Overall rating 55/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 38 points higher (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Vivo Y500 (China) — 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (95/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 323.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $545. Vivo Y500 (China) was $545 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (95/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) by 38 points (93/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Vivo Y500 (China)?
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.