Nothing Phone (4a) vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Nothing Phone (4a) (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $349 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 62/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5200); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,039,119); the Nothing Phone (4a) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (4a)
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Nothing Phone (4a) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $561
- Better portability (59/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1039119
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (4a) vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (86/100 vs 62/100). 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 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (4a) — 58/100, 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 (4a) (97/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Nothing Phone (4a) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) (78/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (4a) | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1039119 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.6×8.6 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (4a)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (4a)
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (4a) and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Nothing Phone (4a) by 71.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $212. Nothing Phone (4a) was $212 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) (97/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Nothing Phone (4a) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) (78/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) (89/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (4a) is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4a) by 24 points (86/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (4a) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (4a) has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (4a) or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (4a) 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 (4a) over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (4a) 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.