Nothing CMF Phone 1 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Nothing CMF Phone 1 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $289 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 32/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 878,041); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nothing CMF Phone 1 doesn't; the Nothing CMF Phone 1 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing CMF Phone 1 by 35 points (67/100 vs 32/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing CMF Phone 1
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 39
Design 53
Value for money 90
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Nothing CMF Phone 1 better?
  • Lighter: 197g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $289 vs $504

  • Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (90/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 878041
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1011
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2813
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 2/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing CMF Phone 1 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 35 points higher (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 1 leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing CMF Phone 1 (82/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing CMF Phone 1 (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 1 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (53/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 1 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Nothing CMF Phone 1: The Nothing CMF Phone 1 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 Nothing CMF Phone 1 Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7300 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 878041 3803420
Geekbench Single 1011 3228
Geekbench Multi 2813 9553
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 2.6 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 164.0×77.0×8.2 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 197 g 227 g
Price $289 $504
Camera comparison
Nothing CMF Phone 1
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nothing CMF Phone 1
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing CMF Phone 1
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing CMF Phone 1 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing CMF Phone 1 MediaTek Dimensity 7300
32/100
878041 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +76.9%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Nothing CMF Phone 1 by 76.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing CMF Phone 1
$289
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $215. Nothing CMF Phone 1 is cheaper by $215.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing CMF Phone 1 (82/100 vs 2/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing CMF Phone 1 (77/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 1 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (53/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 1 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing CMF Phone 1 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing CMF Phone 1 by 35 points (67/100 vs 32/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing CMF Phone 1 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nothing CMF Phone 1 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing CMF Phone 1 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing CMF Phone 1 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the Nothing CMF Phone 1 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nothing CMF Phone 1 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.