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; launch prices were $330 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-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 (3,622,315 vs 1,392,392).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro+
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Realme 16 Pro+ better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $561
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1392392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro+ vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro+ — 72/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (97/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro+ | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1392392 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 11047 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $330 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro+
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
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 61.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $231. Realme 16 Pro+ was $231 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (97/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (78/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme 16 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 16 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro+ over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 16 Pro+ is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.