OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G vs Redmi K90 Max
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $265 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 22/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 592,015); the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
Redmi K90 Max
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $265 vs $504
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2003
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 45 points higher (67/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (92/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2003 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, OxygenOS 12.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×75.6×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $265 | $504 |
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $239. OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G is cheaper by $239.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G (77/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (92/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G by 45 points (67/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G and the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G over the Redmi K90 Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G 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.