Redmi A3 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 21/100 (a 53-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 195,539); the Redmi A3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).
Redmi A3
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 193g vs 227g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 195539
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 53 points higher (74/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (95/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi A3 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, MIUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $504 |
Redmi A3
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi A3
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi A3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi A3 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi A3 by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi A3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (95/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 53 points (74/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A3 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi A3 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.