Motorola Moto G Max vs Redmi K90

The Motorola Moto G Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $459 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 55/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 581,041); the Motorola Moto G Max is noticeably lighter (183g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Motorola Moto G Max

Performance 45
Display 84
Camera 53
Battery 50
Portability 76
Value for money 34

Redmi K90

Performance 91
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 80

What makes Motorola Moto G Max better?

  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 183g vs 206g

  • Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better portability (76/100 vs 55/100)

What makes Redmi K90 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 581041
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 803
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $459

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 53/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 50/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G Max vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 21 points higher (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G Max — 34/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Max and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max (72/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (76/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Motorola Moto G Max Redmi K90
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 581041 3077585
Geekbench Single 803 3013
Geekbench Multi 2047 9287
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1272x2772 2510x1156
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 30W 100W
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 5000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP68
Dimensions 164.5×77.3×7.3 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 183 g 206 g
Launch price $459 $401

Camera comparison

Motorola Moto G Max

  • Main: 200MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
53
camera

Redmi K90

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera

Display comparison

Motorola Moto G Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1272x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Redmi K90

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Battery and charging

Motorola Moto G Max

  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery

Redmi K90

  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G Max and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G Max MediaTek Dimensity 6400
55/100
581041 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100 +81.1%
3077585 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Motorola Moto G Max by 81.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Motorola Moto G Max

$459

Redmi K90

$401

Launch price difference: $58. Redmi K90 was $58 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max (91/100 vs 45/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Max and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max (72/100 vs 50/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (76/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Max or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Max by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Max and the Redmi K90?

The Motorola Moto G Max has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Max or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 53/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G Max or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 45/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Max over the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.