Redmi K100 vs Redmi K70
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 64/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 1,757,044); the Redmi K70 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Redmi K70
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 209g vs 234g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Redmi K70, the Redmi K100 scores 9 points higher (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (51/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Redmi K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | — | $320 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K70
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Redmi K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Redmi K70 by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (80/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (51/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K100 edges out the Redmi K70 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi K70 — 64/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Redmi K70?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K70 is a better fit for active users.