Lava Play Max vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 48/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 25 points higher (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (78/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $420 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Lava Play Max by 72.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Play Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (92/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (78/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max by 25 points (73/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.