OnePlus 9 Pro vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $969 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,185,805).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9 Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 210g
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1185805
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $969
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 57/100). Value score: OnePlus 9 Pro — 42/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (78/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the OnePlus 9 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9 Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1185805 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3216x1440 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $969 | $561 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9 Pro and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads OnePlus 9 Pro by 67.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $408. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $408 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (97/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (78/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (89/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the OnePlus 9 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 Pro over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.