Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $730 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 88/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 8000); the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 3,654,776).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 3654776
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 8000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $730 vs $799
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Overall rating 88/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (93/100 vs 88/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 1.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $69. Redmi K100 Pro Max was $69 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 17 Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
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 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.