Redmi 14C (China) vs Redmi K90 Max
The Redmi 14C (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 32/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 358,383); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 14C (China) doesn't; the Redmi 14C (China) is noticeably lighter (204g vs 227g).
Redmi 14C (China)
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 204g vs 227g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi 14C (China) vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 42 points higher (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 30/100). 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 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi 14C (China) | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Redmi 14C (China)
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 14C (China)
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi 14C (China)
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 14C (China) and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi 14C (China) by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi 14C (China)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (95/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 14C (China) or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) by 42 points (74/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 14C (China) and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi 14C (China) has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C (China) or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 14C (China) or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 14C (China) over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi 14C (China) 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.