Redmi K100 vs Redmi K50
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 58/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 1,092,605); the Redmi K50 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Redmi K50
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 234g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Redmi K50, the Redmi K100 scores 15 points higher (73/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (80/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (53/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Redmi K50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 1092605 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1139 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3842 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $310 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Redmi K50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Redmi K50 by 201.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (92/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 (80/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (53/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi K50?
The Redmi K100 is noticeably better than the Redmi K50 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K50?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi K50 — 58/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi K50?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Redmi K50?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users.