Realme Narzo 50 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme Narzo 50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 493,222); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 50 doesn't; the Realme Narzo 50 is noticeably lighter (194g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo 50
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Realme Narzo 50 better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 210g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo 50 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (97/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 50 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo 50 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $561 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo 50
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo 50
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo 50
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Narzo 50 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Realme Narzo 50 by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme Narzo 50
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (97/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 50 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 50 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme Narzo 50 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo 50 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 50 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.