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; launch prices were $250 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 62/100 (a 24-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 (3,622,315 vs 919,158).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Realme 16 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $561
- Better display (93/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 919158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 53/100)
- 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 24 points higher (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro — 74/100, 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 55/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100). 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 (62/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 919158 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11047 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $250 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- 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: 2700x1224
- 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 74.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $311. Realme 16 Pro was $311 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 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100).
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 (62/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro by 24 points (86/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, 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 53/100).
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 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.