Google Pixel vs Redmi K90 Pro Max

The Google Pixel (2016) runs on the Snapdragon 821, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $649 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 25/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 2770); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 312,361); the Google Pixel is noticeably lighter (143g vs 210g).

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel by 61 points (86/100 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 Pro Max
Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 78
Battery 89
Portability 54
Value for money 90
What makes Google Pixel better?
  • Lighter: 143g vs 210g

  • Better portability (78/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 312361
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 390
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 792
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 2770 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $649

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 61 points higher (86/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Google Pixel — 0/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (98/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel (81/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (89/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (78/100 vs 54/100).

Google Pixel: The Google Pixel is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Pro Max: The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel Redmi K90 Pro Max
Processor Snapdragon 821 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 312361 4119955
Geekbench Single 390 3640
Geekbench Multi 792 11033
Display 5.0" AMOLED 6.9" OLED
Resolution 1080x1920 2608x1200
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 2770 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB 16GB
Storage 32GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 7.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 143.8×69.5×8.5 mm 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm
Weight 143 g 210 g
Launch price $649 $561
Camera comparison
Google Pixel
  • Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel
  • 5.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x1920
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
59
display
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 6.9" OLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel
  • 2770 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel Snapdragon 821
25/100
312361 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100 +92.4%
4119955 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Google Pixel by 92.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel
$649
Redmi K90 Pro Max
$561

Launch price difference: $88. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $88 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (98/100 vs 22/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel (81/100 vs 59/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (78/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel (89/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (78/100 vs 54/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel by 61 points (86/100 vs 25/100).

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

The Google Pixel has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.

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

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 22/100).

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

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