Redmi K80 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Redmi K80 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $345 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 67/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6550); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,277,927).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K80 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $561
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2277927
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6550 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 210g vs 213g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (86/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K80 — 68/100, 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 K80 (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2277927 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6550 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.1 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $345 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80
- 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 K80
- 6550 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi K80 by 37.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $216. Redmi K80 was $216 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K80 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K80 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.