Oppo A38 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Oppo A38 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 36/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 346,495); the Oppo A38 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Oppo A38
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Oppo A38 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 38 points higher (74/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Oppo A38 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 720 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Oppo A38
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Oppo A38
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Oppo A38
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Oppo A38 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Oppo A38 by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Oppo A38
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A38 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Oppo A38 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A38 by 38 points (74/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A38 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Oppo A38 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A38 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A38 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A38 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Oppo A38 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.