Realme 8 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme 8 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $260 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 23/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 514,398); the Realme 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (176g vs 227g).
Realme 8 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $260 vs $504
- Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 514398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 50W
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Realme 8 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 44 points higher (67/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 8 Pro leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 Pro (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 8 Pro is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 Pro (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (80/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (92/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Realme 8 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 514398 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 50W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×73.9×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $260 | $504 |
Realme 8 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 8 Pro
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme 8 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 8 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme 8 Pro by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $244. Realme 8 Pro is cheaper by $244.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 Pro (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 8 Pro is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 Pro (77/100 vs 31/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (80/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (92/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Realme 8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 Pro by 44 points (67/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 8 Pro leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 8 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 8 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.