Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Redmi K90 Max
The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $500 and $504. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,073,131).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $504
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3073131
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
Comparison verdict
The Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi K90 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100, 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Max | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3073131 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Max and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Motorola Edge 70 Max by 18.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $4. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $4 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi K90 Max?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.