Redmi K50i vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 57/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,092,605); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50i
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K50i better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 200g vs 210g
- Overall rating 57/100
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 5080 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (86/100 vs 57/100). 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 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K50i are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K50i are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50i | 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 | 6.6" FFS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5080 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $561 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
- 6.6" FFS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K50i and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi K50i by 69.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K50i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (97/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K50i are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (89/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K50i are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i by 29 points (86/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K50i and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K50i 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.