Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12 Lite
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $730 and $370. 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 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 783,606).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12 Lite
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite better?
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $730
- Overall rating 55/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite, 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 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Xiaomi 12 Lite — 42/100; 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 Xiaomi 12 Lite (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (95/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 783606 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.3×73.7×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12 Lite
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 Lite by 375.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $360. Xiaomi 12 Lite was $360 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (90/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite (95/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite by 38 points (93/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12 Lite?
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.