Infinix Smart 8 Plus vs Redmi K90 Max

The Infinix Smart 8 Plus (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 — 74/100 vs 29/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 195,539); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus doesn't; the Infinix Smart 8 Plus is noticeably lighter (204g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus by 45 points (74/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
Performance 11
Display 44
Camera
Battery 51
Portability 46
Value for money
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes Infinix Smart 8 Plus better?
  • Lighter: 204g vs 227g

  • Better portability (46/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 781
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 11/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Smart 8 Plus vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 45 points higher (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus (95/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).

Infinix Smart 8 Plus: The Infinix Smart 8 Plus 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 Smart 8 Plus Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 195539 3803420
Geekbench Single 189 3228
Geekbench Multi 781 9553
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 2772x1280
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 163.7×75.7×9.0 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 204 g 227 g
Launch price $504
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
  • 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 Plus
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

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

Infinix Smart 8 Plus MediaTek Helio G36
29/100
195539 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +94.9%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Infinix Smart 8 Plus by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus (95/100 vs 11/100).

display

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

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus (78/100 vs 51/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 8 Plus or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus by 45 points (74/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 8 Plus and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Infinix Smart 8 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 8 Plus or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Smart 8 Plus over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Infinix Smart 8 Plus 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.