Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $730 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 87/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 3,248,535).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 3248535
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10162
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 7000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 87/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $730
- Overall rating 87/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (93/100 vs 87/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 87/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17 by 14.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Xiaomi 17 was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (95/100 vs 87/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 17 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.