Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $730 and $999. 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 7500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,722,803).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 7500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $730 vs $999
- Better camera (90/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 89/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3722803
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 97/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Redmi K100 Pro Max by 6.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Redmi K100 Pro Max was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 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, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.