OnePlus 13s vs Redmi K90 Max

The OnePlus 13s (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $549 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13s leads — 77/100 vs 75/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5850); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,013,469); the OnePlus 13s is noticeably lighter (185g vs 227g).

The OnePlus 13s edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

OnePlus 13s

Performance 91
Display 85
Camera 57
Battery 74
Portability 74
Value for money 72

Redmi K90 Max

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 72

What makes OnePlus 13s better?

  • Lighter: 185g vs 227g

  • Better camera (57/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (74/100 vs 41/100)

What makes Redmi K90 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3013469
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3013
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9287
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5850 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $549

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 74/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus 13s vs the Redmi K90 Max, the OnePlus 13s scores 2 points higher (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13s leads (57/100 vs 37/100). Value score: OnePlus 13s — 72/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13s notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the OnePlus 13s are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13s significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (74/100 vs 41/100).

OnePlus 13s: The OnePlus 13s is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification OnePlus 13s Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3013469 3760662
Geekbench Single 3013 3293
Geekbench Multi 9287 10243
Display 6.3" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1216x2640 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5850 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) — 3500 nits
NFC — yes
Protection — IP66
Dimensions — 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 185 g 227 g
Launch price $549 $504

Camera comparison

OnePlus 13s

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
57
camera

Redmi K90 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

OnePlus 13s

  • 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1216x2640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

Redmi K90 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

OnePlus 13s

  • 5850 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • Wireless charging: no data
74
battery

Redmi K90 Max

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery

Overall performance score

We compared OnePlus 13s and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OnePlus 13s Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
77/100
3013469 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100 +19.9%
3760662 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus 13s by 19.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

OnePlus 13s

$549

Redmi K90 Max

$504

Launch price difference: $45. Redmi K90 Max was $45 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13s notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the OnePlus 13s are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13s significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (74/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the OnePlus 13s or the Redmi K90 Max?

The OnePlus 13s edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the OnePlus 13s and the Redmi K90 Max?

The OnePlus 13s has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13s or the Redmi K90 Max?

The OnePlus 13s leads on camera score (57/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13s or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus 13s over the Redmi K90 Max?

The OnePlus 13s is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.