Redmi K100 vs TCL 50 SE
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 37/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5010); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 365,001); the TCL 50 SE is noticeably lighter (195g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
TCL 50 SE
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 234g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the TCL 50 SE, the Redmi K100 scores 36 points higher (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (60/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | TCL 50 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 5010 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
TCL 50 SE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and TCL 50 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads TCL 50 SE by 803.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (92/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (60/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE by 36 points (73/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the TCL 50 SE — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.