Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Vivo Y500
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $730 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 56/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 8100); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Vivo Y500
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 8100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $730
- Overall rating 56/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y500, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 37 points higher (93/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Vivo Y500 — 46/100; 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 "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (95/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $345 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $385. Vivo Y500 was $385 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (95/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 37 points (93/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Vivo Y500?
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.