Redmi K100 vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 70/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 4600); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 1,349,808); the Xiaomi 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (204g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Xiaomi 12 Pro
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 1349808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 204g vs 234g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Redmi K100 scores 3 points higher (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (55/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Xiaomi 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 1349808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 144.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (92/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K100 (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (55/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 edges out the Xiaomi 12 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for active users.