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 — 74/100 vs 41/100 (a 33-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 (3,803,420 vs 534,895); the Realme Narzo 30 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 by 33 points (74/100 vs 41/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 30
Performance 41
Display 54
Camera 31
Battery 45
Portability 49
Value for money
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
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: 3803420 vs 534895
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 673
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1881
  • 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 (95/100 vs 41/100)
  • 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 33 points higher (74/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 41/100). 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 (95/100 vs 41/100). 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).

Realme Narzo 30: The Realme Narzo 30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme Narzo 30 Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G95 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 534895 3803420
Geekbench Single 673 3228
Geekbench Multi 1881 9553
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/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 30
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 30
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme Narzo 30 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme Narzo 30 MediaTek Helio G95
41/100
534895 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +85.9%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Realme Narzo 30 by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme Narzo 30
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 30 (95/100 vs 41/100).

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 33 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.

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 (95/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Realme Narzo 30 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Realme Narzo 30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.