Redmi 13C 4G vs Redmi K90 Max

The Redmi 13C 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $130 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 39/100 (a 35-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 552,286); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13C 4G doesn't.

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G by 35 points (74/100 vs 39/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 13C 4G
Performance 43
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability
Value for money 58
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes Redmi 13C 4G better?
  • Cheaper: $130 vs $504

  • Overall rating 39/100
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 552286
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2047
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better value for money (74/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 13C 4G vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 35 points higher (74/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (74/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (74/100 vs 58/100).

Redmi 13C 4G: The Redmi 13C 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 13C 4G Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 552286 3803420
Geekbench Single 727 3228
Geekbench Multi 2047 9553
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 2772x1280
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, MIUI 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 227 g
Price $130 $504
Camera comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 13C 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 13C 4G and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 13C 4G MediaTek Helio G99
39/100
552286 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +85.5%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi 13C 4G by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 13C 4G
$130
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $374. Redmi 13C 4G is cheaper by $374.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (95/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (94/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (78/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G (74/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C 4G by 35 points (74/100 vs 39/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 13C 4G and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi 13C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 13C 4G or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 13C 4G over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi 13C 4G 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.