Redmi A5 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $90 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 193,858); the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $504
- Better portability (64/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 11/100). 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 66/100). Value score: Redmi A5 — 42/100, 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 A5 (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A5 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi A5 by 94.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $414. Redmi A5 was $414 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (96/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 50 points (75/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.