Lava Bold N1 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Lava Bold N1 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T606, 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 36/100 (a 39-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 333,647); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Bold N1 Pro doesn't; the Lava Bold N1 Pro is noticeably lighter (200g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N1 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Lava Bold N1 Pro better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $79 vs $504
- Better portability (55/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N1 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 39 points higher (75/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Bold N1 Pro — 68/100, 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 Pro (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N1 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×77.2×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $79 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N1 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N1 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N1 Pro
- 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 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Lava Bold N1 Pro by 91.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $425. Lava Bold N1 Pro was $425 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (96/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N1 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro by 39 points (75/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N1 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Lava Bold N1 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N1 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N1 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N1 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.