Google Pixel 8 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $699 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 50/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4575); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 227g

  • Better camera (79/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 16/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1443431
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1722
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4458
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $504 vs $699

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 21/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 17 points higher (67/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (82/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1443431 3803420
Geekbench Single 1722 3228
Geekbench Multi 4458 9553
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 27W 100W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Front camera 10 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP66
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 187 g 227 g
Price $699 $504
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
50/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +62.0%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Google Pixel 8 by 62.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $195. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $195.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (82/100 vs 21/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (79/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (77/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 21/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.