Nokia 4.2 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max

The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $169 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 18/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 210g).

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 68 points (86/100 vs 18/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 4.2
Performance 12
Display 34
Camera 10
Battery 15
Portability 78
Value for money 6
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 78
Battery 89
Portability 54
Value for money 90
What makes Nokia 4.2 better?
  • Lighter: 161g vs 210g
  • Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $561

  • Better portability (78/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 193115
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 199
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 795
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 68 points higher (86/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (98/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (81/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (89/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (78/100 vs 54/100).

Nokia 4.2: The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Pro Max: The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 4.2 Redmi K90 Pro Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 193115 4119955
Geekbench Single 199 3640
Geekbench Multi 795 11033
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.9" OLED
Resolution 1520x720 2608x1200
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 5W 100W
Wireless charging 50W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 16GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 9 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm
Weight 161 g 210 g
Launch price $169 $561
Camera comparison
Nokia 4.2
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 4.2
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1520x720
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
34
display
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 6.9" OLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 4.2
  • 3000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 4.2 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 4.2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 439
18/100
193115 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100 +95.3%
4119955 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Nokia 4.2 by 95.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 4.2
$169
Redmi K90 Pro Max
$561

Launch price difference: $392. Nokia 4.2 was $392 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (98/100 vs 12/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (81/100 vs 34/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (78/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (89/100 vs 15/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (78/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 68 points (86/100 vs 18/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 4.2 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?

The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.