Realme V21 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 10/100 (a 74-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (71/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 74 points higher (84/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme V21 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme V21 (71/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 210 g | |
| Price | — | $561 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (94/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (74/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (82/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme V21 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme V21 (71/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 74 points (84/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme V21 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.