Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $730 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 64/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,322,176).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $730 vs $750
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Overall rating 64/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (93/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Xiaomi 12 — 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (97/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (95/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 by 181.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi K100 Pro Max was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (97/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (90/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (95/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 29 points (93/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12?
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 is a better fit for active users.