Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $459 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 61/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,063,109).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) Pro better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $459 vs $561
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1063109
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 50W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3a) Pro — 46/100, 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 Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (97/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3a) Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1063109 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 50W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $459 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Nothing Phone (3a) Pro by 70.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $102. Nothing Phone (3a) Pro was $102 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (97/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (89/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro by 25 points (86/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.