Lava Bold N1 4G vs Redmi K90 Max
The Lava Bold N1 4G (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $79 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 22/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 153,667); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Bold N1 4G doesn't; the Lava Bold N1 4G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N1 4G
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Lava Bold N1 4G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $79 vs $504
- Better portability (51/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N1 4G vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 53 points higher (75/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Bold N1 4G — 40/100, 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 Bold N1 4G (96/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 4G is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N1 4G | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×76.1×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $79 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold N1 4G and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Lava Bold N1 4G by 95.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $425. Lava Bold N1 4G was $425 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (96/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 4G is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G by 53 points (75/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N1 4G and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Lava Bold N1 4G has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N1 4G over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.