Redmi K100 vs Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 49/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 531,656); the Redmi K100 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (192g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10 Pro Max better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 234g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 scores 24 points higher (73/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (63/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Redmi Note 10 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 531656 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 752 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1819 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11, MIUI 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.5×76.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Redmi Note 10 Pro Max by 520.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (92/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (63/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max by 24 points (73/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 10 Pro Max leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.