Realme Neo8 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 66/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 3,222,272).
Realme Neo8
Redmi K90 Max
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 9553
- Lighter: 215g vs 227g
- Better camera (51/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 16/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 3222272
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2903
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 69/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 1 points higher (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "design" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (31/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2903 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9602 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 227 g | |
| Price | — | $504 |
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Realme Neo8 by 15.3% in our overall performance rating.
Realme Neo8
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (51/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (31/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Realme Neo8 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.