Redmi K100 vs Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 60/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 9210); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 1,007,140).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 1007140
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3481
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 9210 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro Max better?
- Lighter: 230g vs 234g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (35/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 scores 13 points higher (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a bit better (35/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 1007140 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1099 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3481 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 9210 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 9210 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 227.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (92/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a bit better (35/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max — 60/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life.