Realme 16 Pro+ vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme 16 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $330 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 48/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 1,392,392).
Realme 16 Pro+
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $330 vs $561
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (87/100 vs 71/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 1392392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 15/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro+ vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 15/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ leads (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (94/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (87/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro+ | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1392392 | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $330 | $561 |
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 16 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16 Pro+
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme 16 Pro+ and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Realme 16 Pro+ by 66.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $231. Realme 16 Pro+ is cheaper by $231.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (94/100 vs 15/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (74/100 vs 54/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (82/100 vs 65/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (87/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ by 36 points (84/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 16 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 54/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 15/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro+ over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 16 Pro+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.