Realme 16 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $199 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 53/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 581,041); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Realme 16 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $504
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 22 points higher (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Realme 16 — 68/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (96/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme 16 by 84.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $305. Realme 16 was $305 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (96/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 16 (78/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 by 22 points (75/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.