Fairphone 3+ vs Redmi K90 Max
The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $489 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 26/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 243,691); the Fairphone 3+ is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 3+
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Fairphone 3+ better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $489 vs $504
- Better portability (50/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 243691
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 295
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1037
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3040 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 49 points higher (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Fairphone 3+ — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (96/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 3+ is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Fairphone 3+ | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 632 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 243691 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 295 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1037 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3040 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $489 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Fairphone 3+
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Fairphone 3+
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Fairphone 3+
- 3040 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Fairphone 3+ and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Fairphone 3+ by 93.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $15. Fairphone 3+ was $15 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (96/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (78/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 3+ is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 49 points (75/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Fairphone 3+ or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.