Nubia Neo 5 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 31/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6050).
Nubia Neo 5
Redmi K90 Max
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 16/100)
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nubia Neo 5 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 36 points higher (67/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (50/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nubia Neo 5 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T9300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 900x1940 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6050 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 227 g | |
| Price | — | $504 |
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (77/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (50/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 by 36 points (67/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Nubia Neo 5 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Nubia Neo 5 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Neo 5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Neo 5 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.