HMD Skyline vs Redmi K90 Max
The HMD Skyline (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 62/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 798,429); the HMD Skyline is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Skyline
Redmi K90 Max
What makes HMD Skyline better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Skyline vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 13 points higher (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline leads (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (96/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the HMD Skyline are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (44/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Skyline | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 159.8×76.0×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
HMD Skyline
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
HMD Skyline
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Skyline
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Skyline and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads HMD Skyline by 78.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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HMD Skyline
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (96/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the HMD Skyline are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the HMD Skyline significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (75/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (78/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (44/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Skyline or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the HMD Skyline — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the HMD Skyline and the Redmi K90 Max?
The HMD Skyline has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Skyline or the Redmi K90 Max?
The HMD Skyline leads on camera score (75/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Skyline or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the HMD Skyline over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.