Realme C55 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme C55 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 365,001); the Realme C55 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C55
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Realme C55 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 227g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C55 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C55 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C55 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 680 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×75.9×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Realme C55
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme C55
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C55 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme C55 by 90.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme C55
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C55 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C55 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme C55 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C55 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme C55 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme C55 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme C55 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.