Redmi 15a vs Redmi K90 Max
The Redmi 15a (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $130 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 42/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 639,225); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 15a doesn't; the Redmi 15a is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15a
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Redmi 15a better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $504
- Better portability (51/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15a vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 33 points higher (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 15a — 64/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15a | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 639225 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 880 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2073 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6300 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15a
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15a
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15a
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15a and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi 15a by 83.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $374. Redmi 15a was $374 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (96/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (37/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15a or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 33 points (75/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15a and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi 15a has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15a or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15a or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15a over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.