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 — 75/100 vs 42/100 (a 33-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 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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 20S
Redmi K90 Max
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: 3760662 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- 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 33 points higher (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 40/100). 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 (96/100 vs 40/100). 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 20S | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 10243 | |
| 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/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 20S
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 20S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 20S and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Infinix Hot 20S by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Hot 20S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (96/100 vs 40/100).
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 33 points (75/100 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 — 75/100.
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 (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 20S over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.