Infinix Hot 20S vs Redmi K90 Max

The Infinix Hot 20S (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 42/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 493,222); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 20S doesn't; the Infinix Hot 20S is noticeably lighter (202g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S by 32 points (74/100 vs 42/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 20S
Performance 41
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 52
Value for money
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes Infinix Hot 20S better?
  • Lighter: 202g vs 227g

  • Better portability (52/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 493222
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Hot 20S vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 32 points higher (74/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 41/100). 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 Infinix Hot 20S (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (94/100 vs 66/100). 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 Infinix Hot 20S (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 20S is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

Infinix Hot 20S: The Infinix Hot 20S 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 Infinix Hot 20S Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G96 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 493222 3803420
Geekbench Single 678 3228
Geekbench Multi 1895 9553
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, XOS 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 168.7×76.8×8.5 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 202 g 227 g
Launch price $504
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 20S
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 20S
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 20S
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Hot 20S and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Hot 20S MediaTek Helio G96
42/100
493222 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +87.0%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Infinix Hot 20S by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 20S
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (95/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (94/100 vs 66/100).

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 Infinix Hot 20S (78/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 20S is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S by 32 points (74/100 vs 42/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 20S and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Infinix Hot 20S has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Hot 20S over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Infinix Hot 20S 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.