Motorola Edge 40 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $389 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 38/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4400); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 979,624); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 29 points (67/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40
Performance 6
Display 100
Camera 39
Battery 36
Design 91
Value for money 83
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Motorola Edge 40 better?
  • Lighter: 167g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $389 vs $504

  • Better camera (39/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (83/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 979624
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1120
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3665
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 29 points higher (67/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (82/100 vs 6/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (91/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).

Motorola Edge 40: The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 979624 3803420
Geekbench Single 1120 3228
Geekbench Multi 3665 9553
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2772x1280
Refresh rate 144 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 68W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP66
Dimensions 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 167 g 227 g
Price $389 $504
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
39
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • Wireless: 15W
36
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Edge 40 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Edge 40 MediaTek Dimensity 8020
38/100
979624 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +74.2%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Motorola Edge 40 by 74.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40
$389
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $115. Motorola Edge 40 is cheaper by $115.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (82/100 vs 6/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (77/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (91/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (83/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 29 points (67/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Motorola Edge 40 leads on camera score (39/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 6/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.