Motorola Moto X70 Air vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Motorola Moto X70 Air (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $379 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4800); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,329,936); the Motorola Moto X70 Air is noticeably lighter (159g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto X70 Air
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Moto X70 Air better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $379 vs $561
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1329936
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto X70 Air vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Motorola Moto X70 Air — 60/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto X70 Air (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto X70 Air and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto X70 Air (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto X70 Air (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto X70 Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (100/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto X70 Air | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1329936 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×74.3×6.0 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 159 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $379 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto X70 Air
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto X70 Air
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto X70 Air
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto X70 Air and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Motorola Moto X70 Air by 63.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $182. Motorola Moto X70 Air was $182 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto X70 Air (97/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto X70 Air and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto X70 Air (78/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto X70 Air (89/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto X70 Air significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (100/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto X70 Air or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto X70 Air by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto X70 Air and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Motorola Moto X70 Air has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto X70 Air or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto X70 Air or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto X70 Air over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Motorola Moto X70 Air is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.