Motorola Moto G Play (2026) vs Redmi K90 Max

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 40/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 524,785); the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is noticeably lighter (202g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by 34 points (74/100 vs 40/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
Performance 43
Display 55
Camera 20
Battery 48
Portability 52
Value for money
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes Motorola Moto G Play (2026) better?
  • Lighter: 202g vs 227g

  • Better portability (52/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1980
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 34 points higher (74/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

Motorola Moto G Play (2026): The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G Play (2026) Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 524785 3803420
Geekbench Single 771 3228
Geekbench Multi 1980 9553
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1604 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 32 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 202 g 227 g
Launch price $504
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
  • Main: 32MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G Play (2026) MediaTek Dimensity 6300
40/100
524785 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +86.2%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (95/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (94/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (37/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (78/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) by 34 points (74/100 vs 40/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 20/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.