HMD Crest Max vs Redmi K90 Max
The HMD Crest Max (2024) runs on the Unisoc T760, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 48/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 628,581); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Crest Max doesn't; the HMD Crest Max is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Crest Max
Redmi K90 Max
What makes HMD Crest Max better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 227g
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Crest Max vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 27 points higher (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Crest Max leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Crest Max | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T760 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 628581 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 735 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.4×None mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
HMD Crest Max
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
HMD Crest Max
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Crest Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Crest Max and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads HMD Crest Max by 83.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Crest Max or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max by 27 points (75/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Crest Max and the Redmi K90 Max?
The HMD Crest Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Crest Max or the Redmi K90 Max?
The HMD Crest Max leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Crest Max or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the HMD Crest Max over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.