Redmi K100 vs Xiaomi 15
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 83/100 vs 73/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5240); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 3,076,179); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Xiaomi 15
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 3076179
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9147
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5240 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3092 vs 3013
- Lighter: 191g vs 234g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 10 points higher (83/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (60/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 3076179 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 147 | |
| 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $635 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Xiaomi 15 by 7.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 and the Xiaomi 15 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (60/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 is noticeably better than the Redmi K100 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Xiaomi 15?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Xiaomi 15?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.