Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 10S
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95; estimated prices are $504 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 534,895); the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Note 10S
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 534895
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 673
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1881
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (74/100 vs 42/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $250 vs $504
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 10S, the Redmi K90 Max scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (74/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (74/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Note 10S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G95 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 534895 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 673 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1881 | |
| 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 | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 179 g | |
| Price | $504 | $250 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 10S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 10S by 611.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $254. Redmi Note 10S is cheaper by $254.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (74/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 29 points (74/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Redmi Note 10S — 45/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for everyday use.