Realme 15 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $350 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 69/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,329,936); the Realme 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Realme 15 Pro better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $504
- Better camera (60/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1329936
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 66/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 6 points higher (75/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 15 Pro leads (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 15 Pro — 72/100, 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 Realme 15 Pro (96/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 15 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1329936 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×76.2×7.7 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 15 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme 15 Pro by 64.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $154. Realme 15 Pro was $154 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 Pro (96/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 15 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Realme 15 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 15 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 15 Pro leads on camera score (60/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 15 Pro 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.