Redmi K100 debuts 10,000mAh battery and Snapdragon 8 Elite

On 28 October 2026 Redmi unveiled the K100 in China with a 10,000mAh battery, a specification the company highlights as a defining feature of the new model.

The handset pairs that large-capacity cell with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a 6.83-inch OLED display. Redmi is offering the K100 in three color options and three memory configurations: 12GB/256GB priced at CNY 3,499 ($525), 12GB/512GB at CNY 4,099 ($615), and 16GB/512GB at CNY 4,499 ($675).

The Redmi K100 combines a 10,000mAh battery with a Snapdragon 8 Elite platform.

Display, charging and biometrics

The K100’s 6.83-inch OLED supports a 165Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, and a claimed peak brightness of up to 3,200 nits. The phone includes an ultrasonic under-display fingerprint scanner and supports 100W wired charging for the 10,000mAh battery.

Cameras, software and connectivity

The rear camera array is a dual setup led by a 50MP Light Fusion 800 sensor with optical image stabilization and an 8MP ultrawide unit. Selfies and video calls are handled by a 20MP front camera. Software is Android 17-based HyperOS 4, which Redmi says includes several AI features, among them the Super Xiao AI 2.0 assistant.

Hardware and durability details include an IP69K rating, Wi-Fi 7, NFC, dual 5G support, and the aforementioned Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Redmi launched the K100 in China on 28 October 2026; pricing and configuration details are as listed above.