Realme X3 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme X3 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, 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 50/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 859,084); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme X3 doesn't; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme X3
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Realme X3 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 202g vs 210g
- Overall rating 50/100
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 859084
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1031
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2864
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 28/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme X3 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (89/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme X3 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 859084 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1031 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2864 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10, Realme UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.8×8.9 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $561 |
Camera comparison
Realme X3
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme X3
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme X3
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme X3 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Realme X3 by 76.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme X3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme X3 (89/100 vs 28/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme X3 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme X3 by 36 points (86/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme X3 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme X3 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme X3 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme X3 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Realme X3 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.