Nokia 7.1 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Nokia 7.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $349 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 23/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3060); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 282,713); the Nokia 7.1 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 7.1
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Nokia 7.1 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $504
- Better portability (84/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3060 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 7.1 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 52 points higher (75/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 7.1 — 0/100, 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 Nokia 7.1 (96/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 7.1 (94/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nokia 7.1 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 7.1 (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 7.1 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (84/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 7.1 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 282713 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 294 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1083 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2280x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3060 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 149.7×71.2×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 7.1
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nokia 7.1
- 5.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2280x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 7.1
- 3060 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 7.1 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Nokia 7.1 by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $155. Nokia 7.1 was $155 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 7.1 (96/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 7.1 (94/100 vs 45/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nokia 7.1 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 7.1 (78/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 7.1 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (84/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 7.1 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 7.1 by 52 points (75/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 7.1 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Nokia 7.1 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 7.1 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 7.1 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 7.1 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.