Infinix Smart 8 (India) vs Redmi K90 Max

The Infinix Smart 8 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 28/100 (a 47-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 193,858); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 8 (India) doesn't; the Infinix Smart 8 (India) is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) by 47 points (75/100 vs 28/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Smart 8 (India)

Performance 11
Display 44
Camera —
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money —

Redmi K90 Max

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 72

What makes Infinix Smart 8 (India) better?

  • Lighter: 189g vs 227g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)

What makes Redmi K90 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 193858
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 781
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 11/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Smart 8 (India) vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 47 points higher (75/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 11/100). 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 Smart 8 (India) (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 8 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).

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 Smart 8 (India) Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 193858 3760662
Geekbench Single 189 3352
Geekbench Multi 781 10402
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
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection — IP66
Dimensions 163.6×75.6×8.5 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 189 g 227 g
Launch price — $504

Camera comparison

Infinix Smart 8 (India)

  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
—
camera

Redmi K90 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Infinix Smart 8 (India)

  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display

Redmi K90 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Infinix Smart 8 (India)

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Redmi K90 Max

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Smart 8 (India) and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Smart 8 (India) MediaTek Helio G36
28/100
193858 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100 +94.8%
3760662 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Infinix Smart 8 (India) by 94.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Smart 8 (India)

Price unknown

Redmi K90 Max

$504

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (96/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (94/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (78/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 8 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Smart 8 (India) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) by 47 points (75/100 vs 28/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 8 (India) and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Infinix Smart 8 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 8 (India) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Smart 8 (India) over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.