Redmi K70 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $320 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 64/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 209g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $561
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K70 — 64/100, 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 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $320 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70
- 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 K70
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi K70 by 51.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $241. Redmi K70 was $241 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 (78/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (89/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K70 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 by 22 points (86/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K70 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K70 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.