OnePlus 15s vs Redmi K90 Max
The OnePlus 15s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $700 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15s leads — 83/100 vs 75/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7500); the OnePlus 15s is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,760,662); the OnePlus 15s is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15s
Redmi K90 Max
What makes OnePlus 15s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3760662
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 94/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $700
- Overall rating 75/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15s vs the Redmi K90 Max, the OnePlus 15s scores 8 points higher (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (89/100 vs 78/100). Value score: OnePlus 15s — 80/100, 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 15s and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (95/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15s | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1216 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $504 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15s
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15s
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15s and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15s leads Redmi K90 Max by 5.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $196. Redmi K90 Max was $196 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (95/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (53/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15s or the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15s edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15s and the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15s has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15s or the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15s leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15s over the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus 15s 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.