Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 49/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 531,656); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10 Pro Max better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 227g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 26 points higher (75/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Note 10 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 531656 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 752 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1819 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, MIUI 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 164.5×76.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 10 Pro Max by 607.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max by 26 points (75/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 10 Pro Max leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.