Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Redmi K90 Max

Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Redmi K90 Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 6/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition doesn't; the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is noticeably lighter (180g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 61 points (67/100 vs 6/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 55
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Nokia C2 2nd Edition better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 227g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 16/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 2400 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 61 points higher (67/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (75/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (75/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C2 2nd Edition: The Nokia C2 2nd Edition 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, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C2 2nd Edition Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3803420
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 480x960 2772x1280
Refresh rate 165 Hz
Battery 2400 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 5 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 2 MP 20 MP
RAM 1GB / 2GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11 (Go edition) Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 180 g 227 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • Main: 5MP
  • Front: 2MP
0
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 480x960
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • 2400 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (77/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (75/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 61 points (67/100 vs 6/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nokia C2 2nd Edition 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, budget-conscious buyers.