Redmi K20 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max

The Redmi K20 Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $350 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 46/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 824,513); the Redmi K20 Pro is noticeably lighter (191g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro by 28 points (74/100 vs 46/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K20 Pro
Performance 54
Display 56
Camera 41
Battery 24
Portability 56
Value for money 32
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes Redmi K20 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 191g vs 227g
  • Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $504

  • Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (56/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 54/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K20 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 28 points higher (74/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Redmi K20 Pro — 32/100, Redmi K90 Max — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (95/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K20 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (78/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K20 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi K20 Pro: The Redmi K20 Pro 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 K20 Pro Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 824513 3803420
Geekbench Single 968 3228
Geekbench Multi 2731 9553
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2340x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 60 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 27W 100W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 9 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 191 g 227 g
Launch price $350 $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K20 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
41
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
56
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • No wireless charging
24
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K20 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K20 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
46/100
824513 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +78.3%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi K20 Pro by 78.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K20 Pro
$350
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Launch price difference: $154. Redmi K20 Pro was $154 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (95/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K20 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (78/100 vs 24/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K20 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K20 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro by 28 points (74/100 vs 46/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K20 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K20 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K20 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K20 Pro 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.