Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 10
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 10 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 678; launch prices were $504 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 42/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 510,711); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Note 10
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 510711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 714
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1577
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Lighter: 179g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Better portability (68/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 10, the Redmi K90 Max scores 32 points higher (74/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 74/100, Redmi Note 10 — 46/100; 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 (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Note 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 510711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 714 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1577 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $200 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 10
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 10
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 10 by 644.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $304. Redmi Note 10 was $304 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (95/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 by 32 points (74/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Redmi Note 10 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 10 is a better fit for everyday use.