Nubia Air Pro vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Nubia Air Pro (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $472 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 58/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 785,352); the Nubia Air Pro is noticeably lighter (172g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Air Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Nubia Air Pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 172g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $472 vs $561
- Better display (93/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (88/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 995
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2925
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Air Pro vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Nubia Air Pro — 40/100, 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 Nubia Air Pro (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Air Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (88/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Air Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×None×None mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $472 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Air Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Air Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Air Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Air Pro and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Nubia Air Pro by 78.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $89. Nubia Air Pro was $89 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Air Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (78/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro (89/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Air Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (88/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Air Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Air Pro by 28 points (86/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Air Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nubia Air Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Air Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Air Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Air Pro over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.