Realme Narzo 30 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme Narzo 30 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 41/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 535,127); the Realme Narzo 30 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 30
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Realme Narzo 30 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 227g
- Better portability (49/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 30 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 34 points higher (75/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 30 is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 30 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 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) | 580 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×75.4×9.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 30
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 30
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 30
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 30 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme Narzo 30 by 85.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme Narzo 30
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 (78/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 30 is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 30 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 by 34 points (75/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 30 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme Narzo 30 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 30 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 30 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 30 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.