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; launch prices were $400 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 54/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 960,724); the OnePlus Nord 2 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2
Redmi K90 Max
What makes OnePlus Nord 2 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $504
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 960724
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1143
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3353
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 21 points higher (75/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 2 — 36/100, 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 Nord 2 (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 960724 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1143 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3353 | 10243 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $400 | $504 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 2 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus Nord 2 by 74.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $104. OnePlus Nord 2 was $104 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (78/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).
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 21 points (75/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus Nord 2 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.