Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Vivo Y90
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y90 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 21/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 4030); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 155,362); the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y90 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Vivo Y90
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 4030 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo Y90 better?
- Overall rating 21/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y90, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 72 points higher (93/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y90 (97/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y90 (91/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y90 (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y90 (95/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Vivo Y90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 720x1520 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 4030 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 155.1×75.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y90
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Vivo Y90
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y90
- 4030 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Vivo Y90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Vivo Y90 by 2296.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo Y90
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y90 (97/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y90 (91/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y90 (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y90 (95/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y90?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y90 by 72 points (93/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Vivo Y90?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Vivo Y90 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y90?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Vivo Y90?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Vivo Y90?
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.