Motorola Moto G100S vs Redmi K90 Max
The Motorola Moto G100S (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $130 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 51/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 829,894); the Motorola Moto G100S is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G100S
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Motorola Moto G100S better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $504
- Better portability (47/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2892
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G100S vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 24 points higher (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G100S — 82/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Motorola Moto G100S are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (47/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G100S | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×76.5×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G100S
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G100S and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Motorola Moto G100S by 77.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $374. Motorola Moto G100S was $374 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Motorola Moto G100S are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (78/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (47/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S by 24 points (75/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G100S and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Motorola Moto G100S has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G100S over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Motorola Moto G100S 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.