Realme GT 8 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $599 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 75/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,760,662); the Realme GT 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (207g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3760662
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Lighter: 207g vs 227g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $599
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 9 points higher (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100, 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 Realme GT 8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Redmi K90 Max by 5.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $95. Redmi K90 Max was $95 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme GT 8 Pro edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.