Realme 8 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme 8 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 50/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 535,127); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8 doesn't; the Realme 8 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 8
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Realme 8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 210g
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 8 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 8 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (73/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 8 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×73.9×8.0 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $561 |
Camera comparison
Realme 8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 8
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 8 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Realme 8 by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 8
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (97/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 8 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (89/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (73/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 8 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 by 36 points (86/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 8 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 8 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 8 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme 8 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.