Nokia G42 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 227g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1816
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G42 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Nokia G42 by 87.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G42
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.