Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 71/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 3 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,627,862).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1627862
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 3MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12S Ultra better?
- Overall rating 71/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (97/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (95/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12S Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 1627862 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Main: 3MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12S Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 128.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12S Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (97/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (90/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (95/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 22 points (93/100 vs 71/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
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 12S Ultra is a better fit for active users.