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).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 53 points (74/100 vs 21/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3
Performance 11
Display 44
Camera 0
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes Redmi A3 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 227g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Redmi A3: The Redmi A3 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 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
Camera comparison
Redmi A3
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A3
  • 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 A3
  • 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 A3 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A3 MediaTek Helio G36
21/100
195539 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +94.9%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi A3 by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A3
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.