Redmi K70 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $320 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,757,044); the Redmi K70 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $504
- Better portability (51/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K70 — 64/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $320 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi K70 by 53.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $184. Redmi K70 was $184 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K70 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K70 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K70 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.