Redmi K100 Pro vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Redmi K100 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 9/100 (a 79-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't.

The Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 79 points (88/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 89
Design 50
Value for money 55
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K100 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Redmi K100 Pro scores 79 points higher (88/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (89/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (89/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 Pro (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi K100 Pro: The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K100 Pro Tecno Pop 5X
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Unisoc
AnTuTu 3942923
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.9" AMOLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1200x2608 720x1600
Refresh rate 2560 Hz
Battery 9000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 100W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 8 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 2GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 32GB
OS Android 16, HyperOS 3 Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 150 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro
  • 6.9" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 2560 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (89/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 Pro (100/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 79 points (88/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro and the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Redmi K100 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Redmi K100 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Redmi K100 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro over the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.