Redmi K50i vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 57/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,092,605); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't; the Redmi K50i is noticeably lighter (200g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50i
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K50i better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 200g vs 235g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5080 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50i | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" FFS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5080 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
- 6.6" FFS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50i and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Redmi K50i by 78.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K50i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (100/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (100/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (92/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50i notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50i or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i by 35 points (92/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K50i and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi K50i is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.