Nokia G42 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 39/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 210g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1816
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 47 points higher (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 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 | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $561 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G42 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Nokia G42 by 86.8% 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (81/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 47 points (86/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the 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.