OnePlus Nord 5 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $385 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 67/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6800); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,848,224).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $561
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 210g vs 211g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $561 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 49.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $176. OnePlus Nord 5 was $176 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (89/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 5 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 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.