Nokia X20 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Nokia X20 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $415 and $561. 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 4470); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 435,710); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X20
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Nokia X20 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $415 vs $561
- Overall rating 39/100
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 435710
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1597
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4470 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 210g vs 220g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 47/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia X20 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 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Nokia X20 — 4/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (97/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (78/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia X20 (54/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia X20 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 435710 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1597 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4470 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.9×79.7×9.1 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $415 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Nokia X20
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia X20
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia X20
- 4470 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia X20 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Nokia X20 by 88.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $146. Nokia X20 was $146 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (97/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (81/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (78/100 vs 47/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (89/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia X20 (54/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X20 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 by 47 points (86/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia X20 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nokia X20 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia X20 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 47/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia X20 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X20 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.