Redmi K100 vs TCL K70
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 43/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5200); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 575,630); the TCL K70 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
TCL K70
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 234g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the TCL K70, the Redmi K100 scores 30 points higher (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (94/100 vs 55/100). 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 K70 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (62/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | TCL K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $149 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
TCL K70
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and TCL K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads TCL K70 by 473.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (92/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (94/100 vs 55/100).
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 K70 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (62/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the TCL K70?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 30 points (73/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the TCL K70?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the TCL K70 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the TCL K70?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the TCL K70?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the TCL K70?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.