Infinix Hot 9 Play vs Redmi K90 Max
The Infinix Hot 9 Play (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 27/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 155,362); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 9 Play doesn't; the Infinix Hot 9 Play is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 9 Play
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Infinix Hot 9 Play better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 9 Play vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 48 points higher (75/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (94/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (44/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 9 Play | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 171.8×78.0×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 9 Play and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Infinix Hot 9 Play by 95.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 9 Play
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (96/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (94/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (44/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play by 48 points (75/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 9 Play over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.