Redmi K100 Pro and K100 Pro Max are set to launch in China on August 11, 2026, featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processors, OLED displays, 200MP cameras and 9000mAh batteries. The series is expected to arrive globally and in India as POCO F9 Pro and F9 Ultra around October 2026.
Redmi brand has built a strong reputation for delivering feature-packed smartphones at competitive prices.
The Redmi K series was introduced in 2019 with a clear objective: to deliver flagship-level performance at a price that more users could afford.
Over the years, models such as the K20, K40, K60, K80, and K90 have earned recognition for combining powerful processors, premium displays, and fast charging without the premium price tag.
K100 series continues this philosophy by focusing on performance, intelligent software, and modern design.
The K-Series was introduced as Redmi's ultimate performance lineup, and it is often dubbed the 'killer series'.
The model targets power users, tech enthusiasts, and mobile gamers.
The K-series focuses heavily on raw performance, pairing top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon or MediaTek Dimensity processors with advanced cooling systems.
It acts as a testing ground for cutting-edge screen technology, regularly featuring 1.5K or 2K resolution flat AMOLED panels with ultra-smooth refresh rates.
Battery longevity and ultra-fast charging speeds are staple features of the K-series, often pioneering new silicon-carbon battery tech.
While sold under the Redmi name in China, these devices are highly influential globally, frequently being rebranded as POCO "F-series" flagships or premium Xiaomi "T-series" models in international markets.
| Redmi K100 Pro Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Specification | Details |
| Software | |
| Operating System | Android v16 |
| Custom UI | HyperOS |
| Processor | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SM8850-AC |
| Processor | Octa-core (4.61 GHz, Dual-core, Oryon + 3.63 GHz, Hexa-core, Oryon) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 3 nm |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 840 |
| Memory | |
| RAM | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X |
| Display | |
| Display Type | Flat OLED |
| Screen Size | 6.59 inches (16.74 cm) |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 px (FHD+) |
| Refresh Rate | 185 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 451 ppi |
| Screen Protection | Yes |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Camera | |
| Rear Camera | Dual Camera Setup - 200 MP Primary Camera, 50 MP Telephoto Camera |
| Front Camera | 50 MP, Screen flash |
| Battery | |
| Capacity | 9000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Si/C Li-Ion |
| Quick Charging | Yes, 100W |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 50W Wireless Charging |
| Storage | |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.1 |
| Expandable Storage | No |
| Network And Connectivity | |
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/be/ax), MIMO |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v6.0 |
| GPS | Yes with Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| Redmi K100 Pro Max Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Specification | Details |
| Processor | |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 2 nm |
| Memory | |
| RAM | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR6 |
| Display | |
| Display Type | Flat OLED |
| Screen Size | 6.9 inches (17.53 cm) |
| Refresh Rate | 185 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes, with punch-hole display |
| Camera | |
| Rear Camera | 200 MP + 50 MP + 50 MP |
| Front Camera | 50 MP Autofocus Wide-Angle |
| Battery | |
| Battery Capacity | 9000 mAh |
| Quick Charging | Yes, 100W Fast Charging |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Storage | |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB |
| Network And Connectivity | |
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
Both the Redmi K100 Pro and Redmi K100 Pro Max are officially scheduled to launch together on August 11, 2026, in China.
The Redmi K100 Pro will be launched at approximately CNY 4,000 (~$592 USD), while the top-tier Redmi K100 Pro Max is expected to cost around CNY 5,000 (~$730 USD).
Industry reports confirm that the Redmi K100 Pro and Redmi K100 Pro Max are expected to launch globally and in India as the POCO F9 Pro and POCO F9 Ultra around October 2026, with an expected starting price of approximately ₹54,990.
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