OnePlus N6 vs Redmi K90 Max
The OnePlus N6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 45/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 567,623); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the OnePlus N6 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus N6
Redmi K90 Max
What makes OnePlus N6 better?
- Lighter: 224g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $504
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 567623
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2250
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus N6 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 30 points higher (75/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 64/100). Value score: OnePlus N6 — 40/100, 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 significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus N6 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 567623 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 850 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2250 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $504 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus N6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus N6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus N6
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus N6 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus N6 by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $259. OnePlus N6 was $259 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus N6 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 by 30 points (75/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus N6 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus N6 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus N6 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus N6 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus N6 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.