OnePlus 15R vs Redmi K90 Max
The OnePlus 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $599 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7400); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,039,097).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15R
Redmi K90 Max
What makes OnePlus 15R better?
- Lighter: 213g vs 227g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3039097
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $599
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 90/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15R vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). Value score: OnePlus 15R — 58/100, 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 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15R and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15R is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15R | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3039097 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7400 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $504 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15R
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15R
- 7400 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:57 hrs, total 38:56 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15R and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus 15R by 19.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $95. Redmi K90 Max was $95 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15R and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15R is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15R or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the OnePlus 15R by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15R and the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15R has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15R or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15R over the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15R 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.