OnePlus 15 vs Redmi K90 Max
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 75/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,606,149).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Redmi K90 Max
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 213g vs 227g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3606149
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $799
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the OnePlus 15 scores 11 points higher (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 78/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, 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 OnePlus 15 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $504 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus 15 by 4.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max was $295 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15 is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Max — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.