Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 13
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $504 and $200. 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 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 13 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Note 13
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Better portability (72/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 13, 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 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 74/100, Redmi Note 13 — 52/100; 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 13 (95/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Note 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 75 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $200 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 13
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 13 by 713.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $304. Redmi Note 13 was $304 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (95/100 vs 33/100).
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 K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 by 29 points (74/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Redmi Note 13 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 13 is a better fit for everyday use.