Realme GT Neo 5 SE vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme GT Neo 5 SE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,416,021); the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT Neo 5 SE
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Realme GT Neo 5 SE better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 227g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1416021
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1654
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4217
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT Neo 5 SE vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 SE (96/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT Neo 5 SE | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1416021 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1654 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4217 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.8×9.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT Neo 5 SE
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme GT Neo 5 SE
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT Neo 5 SE
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT Neo 5 SE and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme GT Neo 5 SE by 62.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT Neo 5 SE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 SE (96/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT Neo 5 SE or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Realme GT Neo 5 SE — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Realme GT Neo 5 SE and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme GT Neo 5 SE has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT Neo 5 SE or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme GT Neo 5 SE leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT Neo 5 SE or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT Neo 5 SE over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.