Realme 16T vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 48/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 528,398); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16T doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16T
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Realme 16T better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16T vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 27 points higher (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Realme 16T — 56/100, 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 16T (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 16T (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16T | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 8.9×None×None mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16T and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme 16T by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $304. Realme 16T was $304 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 16T (94/100 vs 75/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16T or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16T by 27 points (75/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16T and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16T or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16T or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16T over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.