HMD Pulse+ vs Redmi K90 Max
The HMD Pulse+ (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 34/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 333,647); the HMD Pulse+ is noticeably lighter (187g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Pulse+
Redmi K90 Max
What makes HMD Pulse+ better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 227g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Pulse+ vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 41 points higher (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Pulse+ | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×75.0×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
HMD Pulse+
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
HMD Pulse+
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Pulse+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Pulse+ and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads HMD Pulse+ by 91.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (96/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Pulse+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Pulse+ or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Pulse+ by 41 points (75/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Pulse+ and the Redmi K90 Max?
The HMD Pulse+ has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Pulse+ or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Pulse+ or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the HMD Pulse+ over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.