ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1199 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,464,181).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 225g vs 227g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2464181
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 7200
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $1199
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 52/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2464181 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2250 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $504 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro by 34.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $695. Redmi K90 Max was $695 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.