Nothing Phone (2) vs Redmi K90 Max

The Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $599 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 44/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4700); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,436,722); the Nothing Phone (2) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) by 23 points (67/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2)
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 38
Design 48
Value for money 69
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?
  • Lighter: 201g vs 227g

  • Better camera (54/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (48/100 vs 16/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1436722
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1500
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4200
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $504 vs $599

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 18/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (2) vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 23 points higher (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (82/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (77/100 vs 38/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (48/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100).

Nothing Phone (2): The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use.
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 Phone (2) Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1436722 3803420
Geekbench Single 1500 3228
Geekbench Multi 4200 9553
Display 6.7" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2412x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP66
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 201 g 227 g
Price $599 $504
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2)
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
38
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing Phone (2) and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (2) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
44/100
1436722 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +62.2%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Nothing Phone (2) by 62.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (2)
$599
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $95. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $95.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (82/100 vs 18/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (54/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) (77/100 vs 38/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (2) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (48/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (2) by 23 points (67/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2) and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nothing Phone (2) has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nothing Phone (2) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 18/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2) over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.