OnePlus Nord 2 vs Redmi K90 Max

The OnePlus Nord 2 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $400 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 30/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 960,724); the OnePlus Nord 2 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 by 37 points (67/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2
Performance 6
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 35
Design 63
Value for money 82
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes OnePlus Nord 2 better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $400 vs $504

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 960724
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1143
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3353
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 37 points higher (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (82/100 vs 6/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).

OnePlus Nord 2: The OnePlus Nord 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 2 Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1200 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 960724 3803420
Geekbench Single 1143 3228
Geekbench Multi 3353 9553
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 65W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 189 g 227 g
Price $400 $504
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared OnePlus Nord 2 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OnePlus Nord 2 MediaTek Dimensity 1200
30/100
960724 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +74.7%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus Nord 2 by 74.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 2
$400
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $104. OnePlus Nord 2 is cheaper by $104.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (82/100 vs 6/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (77/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 by 37 points (67/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The OnePlus Nord 2 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The OnePlus Nord 2 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 6/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The OnePlus Nord 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.