Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $730 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 86/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 3,722,803).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $730 vs $1639
- Better camera (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 3722803
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 11047
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 97/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (93/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100; 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 18 Fold and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (95/100 vs 75/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Redmi K100 Pro Max by 28.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $909. Redmi K100 Pro Max was $909 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (99/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Fold (95/100 vs 75/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 18 Fold by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
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 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.