Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Redmi K90
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $730 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 76/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 3,077,585).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 3077585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 7100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $730
- Overall rating 76/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 K100 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (95/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Redmi K90 by 21.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $329. Redmi K90 was $329 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (90/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (95/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.