OnePlus Nord 5 vs Redmi K90 Max
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $385 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 67/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6800); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,848,224); the OnePlus Nord 5 is noticeably lighter (211g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Redmi K90 Max
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Lighter: 211g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $504
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 8 points higher (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $504 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 50.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $119. OnePlus Nord 5 was $119 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the OnePlus Nord 5 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 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.