Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $504 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,233,695).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3233695
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9287
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 92/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $504
- Overall rating 73/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Max scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 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 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi K90 Ultra by 16.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $84. Redmi K90 Ultra was $84 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.