Redmi 10 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Redmi 10 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $179 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 37/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 362,744); the Redmi 10 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 227g).
Redmi 10
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 181g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $504
- Better portability (61/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Redmi 10 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 37 points higher (74/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 10 — 42/100, Redmi K90 Max — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi 10 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi 10 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.5×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $504 |
Redmi 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 10
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi 10
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 10 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi 10 by 90.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $325. Redmi 10 was $325 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi 10 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 10 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 37 points (74/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 10 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi 10 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 10 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi 10 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.