Nothing Phone (3) vs Redmi K90 Max
The Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $799 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 61/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5150); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,306,162); the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 227g).
Nothing Phone (3)
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 198g vs 227g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 16/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2306162
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2162
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6847
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5150 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $799
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 54/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 6 points higher (67/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (52/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3) | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2306162 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2162 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6847 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $799 | $504 |
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nothing Phone (3) and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Nothing Phone (3) by 39.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $295.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (82/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (77/100 vs 54/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (52/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Nothing Phone (3) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3) and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Nothing Phone (3) has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3) over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Nothing Phone (3) 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.