Redmi K100 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Redmi K100 Pro (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro leads — 91/100 vs 75/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8550); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,531,378).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Redmi K100 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8550 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3531378
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K100 Pro scores 16 points higher (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (95/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 96/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (95/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3531378 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi K100 Pro by 6.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 96/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (95/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Max — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 91/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.