Realme 8i vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme 8i (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 43/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 493,222); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8i doesn't; the Realme 8i is noticeably lighter (194g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 8i
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Realme 8i better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 227g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 8i vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 32 points higher (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 8i (94/100 vs 66/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8i notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 8i | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Realme 8i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 8i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 8i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 8i and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme 8i by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 8i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme 8i (94/100 vs 66/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 8i notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 8i or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8i by 32 points (75/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 8i and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme 8i has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 8i or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 8i or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme 8i over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.