Redmi K100 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 71/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 1,762,339).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 1762339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (29/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Redmi K100 scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (80/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (29/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 1762339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1440x3088 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1199 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 87.2% 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 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (73/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (80/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (29/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for active users.