Realme 15 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme 15 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300+, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $249 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 41/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 877,641); the Realme 15 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 227g).
Realme 15
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 185g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $249 vs $504
- Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 75/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 2/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Realme 15 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 26 points higher (67/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 15 leads (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (82/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 15 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (93/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Realme 15 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2392x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $249 | $504 |
Realme 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 15 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme 15 by 76.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $255. Realme 15 is cheaper by $255.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 (82/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 15 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (93/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Realme 15 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 15 by 26 points (67/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 15 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 15 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 15 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 15 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.