Realme Narzo 50 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme Narzo 50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 44/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 493,222); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 50 doesn't; the Realme Narzo 50 is noticeably lighter (194g vs 227g).
Realme Narzo 50
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 194g vs 227g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme Narzo 50 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 30 points higher (74/100 vs 44/100). 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 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 50 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Realme Narzo 50 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 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) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Realme Narzo 50
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Narzo 50
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme Narzo 50
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme Narzo 50 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme Narzo 50 by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Realme Narzo 50
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 50 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 by 30 points (74/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 50 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme Narzo 50 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 50 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme Narzo 50 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.