Lava Yuva 5G vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Lava Yuva 5G (2024) runs on the Unisoc T750, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $127 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 38/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Yuva 5G doesn't; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Yuva 5G
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Lava Yuva 5G better?
- Lighter: 208g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $127 vs $561
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Yuva 5G vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 48 points higher (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Yuva 5G — 56/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Yuva 5G | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T750 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×76.2×9.1 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $127 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Lava Yuva 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Yuva 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Yuva 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $434. Lava Yuva 5G was $434 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (81/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Yuva 5G or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Yuva 5G by 48 points (86/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Yuva 5G and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Lava Yuva 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Yuva 5G or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Yuva 5G over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.