Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 70/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,349,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12 Pro
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1349808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Overall rating 70/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (93/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 69/100). 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 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (97/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (95/100 vs 71/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 1349808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 175.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (97/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (90/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (95/100 vs 71/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro by 23 points (93/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
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 Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
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 Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for active users.