Redmi K100 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 74/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 3,126,402).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 7560 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 12 points higher (86/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1156x2510 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $561 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1156x2510
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi K100 by 13.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K100 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.