OnePlus 8 vs Redmi K90 Max

The OnePlus 8 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $699 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 50/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,003,562); the OnePlus 8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 by 24 points (74/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 8
Performance 60
Display 68
Camera 37
Battery 30
Portability 72
Value for money 12
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes OnePlus 8 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 227g

  • Better portability (72/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1003562
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1168
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3431
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $699

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 60/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus 8 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 24 points higher (74/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 30/100). Value score: OnePlus 8 — 12/100, Redmi K90 Max — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (95/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 8 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).

OnePlus 8: The OnePlus 8 is a better fit for active 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 8 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1003562 3803420
Geekbench Single 1168 3228
Geekbench Multi 3431 9553
Display 6.5" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 30W 100W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 16 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 10 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP66
Dimensions 160.2×72.9×8.0 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 180 g 227 g
Launch price $699 $504
Camera comparison
OnePlus 8
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus 8
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
68
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus 8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared OnePlus 8 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OnePlus 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
50/100
1003562 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +73.6%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus 8 by 73.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OnePlus 8
$699
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Launch price difference: $195. Redmi K90 Max was $195 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (95/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 8 (94/100 vs 68/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (78/100 vs 30/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 8 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 by 24 points (74/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus 8 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The OnePlus 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 8 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus 8 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The OnePlus 8 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.