Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 10 Pro

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 10 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G; launch prices were $504 and $280. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 51/100 (a 23-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 (3,803,420 vs 526,647); the Redmi Note 10 Pro is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro by 23 points (74/100 vs 51/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
Redmi Note 10 Pro
Performance 42
Display 85
Camera 41
Battery 53
Portability 62
Value for money 48
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 526647
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 753
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1808
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5020 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 42/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 193g vs 227g
  • Cheaper at launch: $280 vs $504

  • Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (62/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 23 points higher (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 74/100, Redmi Note 10 Pro — 48/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro (95/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Redmi Note 10 Pro: The Redmi Note 10 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Redmi Note 10 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G
AnTuTu 3803420 526647
Geekbench Single 3228 753
Geekbench Multi 9553 1808
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5020 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP53
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 164.0×76.5×8.1 mm
Weight 227 g 193 g
Launch price $504 $280
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Redmi Note 10 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Redmi Note 10 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Redmi Note 10 Pro
  • 5020 mAh
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 10 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 10 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G
51/100 -622.2%
526647 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 10 Pro by 622.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Redmi Note 10 Pro
$280

Launch price difference: $224. Redmi Note 10 Pro was $224 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro (95/100 vs 42/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro by 23 points (74/100 vs 51/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 10 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Redmi Note 10 Pro — 51/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 42/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 10 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 10 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.