Realme 16 Pro vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $250 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 43/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 919,158).
Realme 16 Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $250 vs $561
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 71/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 919158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 3/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 52/100)
- 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 41 points higher (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 52/100). 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 (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (94/100 vs 3/100). 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 52/100). 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 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (93/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 919158 | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 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) | 6500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $250 | $561 |
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- 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: 2700x1224
- 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 77.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $311. Realme 16 Pro is cheaper by $311.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (94/100 vs 3/100).
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 52/100).
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 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (53/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (93/100 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 41 points (84/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, 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 52/100).
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 3/100).
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.