Nothing Phone (4b) vs Redmi K90 Max

The Nothing Phone (4b) (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $355 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 34/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5200); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 969,048); the Nothing Phone (4b) is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4b) by 33 points (67/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (4b)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 45
Design 37
Value for money 85
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Nothing Phone (4b) better?
  • Lighter: 210g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $355 vs $504

  • Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (85/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 969048
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1071
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3057
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 4/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nothing Phone (4b) vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 33 points higher (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4b) leads (85/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4b) (82/100 vs 4/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Nothing Phone (4b) are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4b) (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (4b) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (37/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4b) is a bit better (85/100 vs 75/100).

Nothing Phone (4b): The Nothing Phone (4b) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
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 (4b) Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 969048 3803420
Geekbench Single 1071 3228
Geekbench Multi 3057 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2344 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP66
Dimensions 164.4×78.2×8.6 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 210 g 227 g
Price $355 $504
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (4b)
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (4b)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2344
  • 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 (4b)
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nothing Phone (4b) and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nothing Phone (4b) Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4
34/100
969048 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +74.5%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Nothing Phone (4b) by 74.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nothing Phone (4b)
$355
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $149. Nothing Phone (4b) is cheaper by $149.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4b) (82/100 vs 4/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Nothing Phone (4b) are nearly equal (32/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4b) (77/100 vs 45/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nothing Phone (4b) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (37/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nothing Phone (4b) is a bit better (85/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (4b) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (4b) by 33 points (67/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (4b) and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nothing Phone (4b) has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (4b) or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 4/100).

Should you choose the Nothing Phone (4b) over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Nothing Phone (4b) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.