Google Pixel vs Redmi K90 Max

The Google Pixel (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $649 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 25/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 2770); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel is noticeably lighter (143g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel by 49 points (74/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel
Performance 22
Display 59
Camera 10
Battery 12
Portability 78
Value for money 0
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes Google Pixel better?
  • Lighter: 143g vs 227g

  • Better portability (78/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 312361
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 390
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 792
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 2770 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $649

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 49 points higher (74/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel — 0/100, Redmi K90 Max — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (95/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel: The Google Pixel 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.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel Redmi K90 Max
Processor Snapdragon 821 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 312361 3803420
Geekbench Single 390 3228
Geekbench Multi 792 9553
Display 5.0" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x1920 2772x1280
Refresh rate 60 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 2770 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 7.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 143.8×69.5×8.5 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 143 g 227 g
Launch price $649 $504
Camera comparison
Google Pixel
  • Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel
  • 5.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x1920
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
59
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel
  • 2770 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel Snapdragon 821
25/100
312361 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +91.8%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Google Pixel by 91.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel
$649
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Launch price difference: $145. Redmi K90 Max was $145 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (95/100 vs 22/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (94/100 vs 59/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel (37/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (78/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 41/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel by 49 points (74/100 vs 25/100).

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

The Google Pixel has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

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

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 22/100).

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

The Google Pixel 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.