Nubia Neo 5 Max vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Nubia Neo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $299 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 50/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 785,352); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (210g vs 245g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Neo 5 Max
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Nubia Neo 5 Max better?
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $561
- Overall rating 50/100
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 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 210g vs 245g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 Max vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (86/100 vs 50/100). 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 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Nubia Neo 5 Max — 38/100, 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 Neo 5 Max (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (54/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 Max | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 785352 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 180.9×88.4×8.0 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 245 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Neo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Neo 5 Max
- 7.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Neo 5 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Neo 5 Max and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Nubia Neo 5 Max by 78.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $262. Nubia Neo 5 Max was $262 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (89/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max (54/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 Max by 36 points (86/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 Max and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Nubia Neo 5 Max has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 Max or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 Max 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.