Nokia X10 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Nokia X10 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $309 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 16/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4470); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 435,710); the Nokia X10 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X10 by 51 points (67/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X10
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 25
Battery 23
Design 37
Value for money 89
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Nokia X10 better?
  • Lighter: 210g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $309 vs $504

  • Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (89/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 435710
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 689
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1597
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4470 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 25/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia X10 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 51 points higher (67/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia X10 leads (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X10 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X10 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X10 (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia X10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (37/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia X10 is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).

Nokia X10: The Nokia X10 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
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 X10 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 435710 3803420
Geekbench Single 689 3228
Geekbench Multi 1597 9553
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 60 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4470 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 450 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 168.9×79.7×9.1 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 210 g 227 g
Price $309 $504
Camera comparison
Nokia X10
  • Main: 48MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 8MP
25
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia X10
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia X10
  • 4470 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
23
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia X10 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia X10 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480
16/100
435710 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +88.5%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Nokia X10 by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia X10
$309
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $195. Nokia X10 is cheaper by $195.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X10 (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X10 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 25/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X10 (77/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia X10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (37/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia X10 is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X10 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X10 by 51 points (67/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia X10 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nokia X10 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia X10 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 25/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia X10 or the Redmi K90 Max?

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

Should you choose the Nokia X10 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nokia X10 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.