Realme Neo7 SE vs Redmi K90 Max

The Realme Neo7 SE (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8400 Max, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $260 and $504. 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 7000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,081,324); the Realme Neo7 SE is noticeably lighter (212g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Realme Neo7 SE — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Realme Neo7 SE

Performance 77
Display 84
Camera 35
Battery 68
Portability 46
Value for money 76

Redmi K90 Max

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 72

What makes Realme Neo7 SE better?

  • Lighter: 212g vs 227g
  • Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $504

  • Better portability (46/100 vs 41/100)

What makes Redmi K90 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2081324
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1579
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6100
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme Neo7 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 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 SE — 76/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Realme Neo7 SE are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 SE is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).

Realme Neo7 SE: The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
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 Neo7 SE Redmi K90 Max
Processor Dimensity 8400 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 2081324 3760662
Geekbench Single 1579 3293
Geekbench Multi 6100 10243
Display 6.8" LTPO OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1264x2780 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 6000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP66
Dimensions 162.5×76.3×8.6 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 212 g 227 g
Launch price $260 $504

Camera comparison

Realme Neo7 SE

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera

Redmi K90 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Realme Neo7 SE

  • 6.8" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Redmi K90 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Realme Neo7 SE

  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery

Redmi K90 Max

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Realme Neo7 SE and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme Neo7 SE Dimensity 8400 Max
64/100
2081324 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100 +44.7%
3760662 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Realme Neo7 SE by 44.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Realme Neo7 SE

$260

Redmi K90 Max

$504

Launch price difference: $244. Realme Neo7 SE was $244 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 SE (96/100 vs 77/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Realme Neo7 SE are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7 SE is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Realme Neo7 SE — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 SE and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Realme Neo7 SE has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.

Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 SE or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).

Should you choose the Realme Neo7 SE over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Realme Neo7 SE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.