Nothing Phone (3) vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 77/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5150); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,371,693); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3)
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 210g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2371693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2162
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6847
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5150 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (86/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3) — 68/100, 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 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3) | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2371693 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2162 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6847 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 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 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3) and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Nothing Phone (3) by 34.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $238. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $238 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (89/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max edges out the Nothing Phone (3) by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (3) has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3) over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.