ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra vs Redmi K90 Max
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $899 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-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 2,444,132).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
Redmi K90 Max
What makes ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra better?
- Lighter: 224g vs 227g
- Better camera (61/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2444132
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $899
- 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 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra — 58/100, 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 Zenfone 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 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 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2444132 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 125 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / ZenUI | 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 | 224 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $504 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 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 Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra by 35.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $395. Redmi K90 Max was $395 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 Zenfone 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 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 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra leads on camera score (61/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra over the Redmi K90 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra 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.