Redmi K50 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Redmi K50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $310 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 58/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,092,605).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K50 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $310 vs $561
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 59/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Redmi K50 — 54/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $310 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50
- Main: 48MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi K50 by 69.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $251. Redmi K50 was $251 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (97/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K50 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (78/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 (89/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K50 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 by 28 points (86/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K50 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K50 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K50 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.