Realme Note 80 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Realme Note 80 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $95 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 33/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Note 80 doesn't; the Realme Note 80 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Note 80
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Realme Note 80 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $95 vs $504
- Better portability (62/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Note 80 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 42 points higher (75/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Note 80 — 56/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Note 80 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Note 80 (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Note 80 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Note 80 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.6×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $95 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Realme Note 80
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Note 80
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Note 80
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $409. Realme Note 80 was $409 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (96/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Note 80 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Realme Note 80 (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Note 80 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Note 80 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Realme Note 80 by 42 points (75/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Note 80 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Realme Note 80 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Note 80 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Note 80 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme Note 80 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.