Lava Blaze Duo vs Redmi K90 Max
The Lava Blaze Duo (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $219 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 51/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 668,462); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Duo doesn't; the Lava Blaze Duo is noticeably lighter (186g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Duo
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Lava Blaze Duo better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $504
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Duo vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 24 points higher (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Blaze Duo — 58/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Duo and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Duo notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Duo | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×73.9×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Duo
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Duo
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Duo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Duo and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Lava Blaze Duo by 82.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $285. Lava Blaze Duo was $285 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (96/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Duo and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Duo notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Duo or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Duo by 24 points (75/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Duo and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Lava Blaze Duo has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Duo or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Duo over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.