Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 15 Pro+
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4; launch prices were $504 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 61/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 975,892); the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 975892
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro+ better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $504
- Better camera (49/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 15 Pro+, the Redmi K90 Max scores 14 points higher (75/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ leads (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Note 15 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 975892 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1223 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3168 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2700x1224 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.3×78.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 15 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 15 Pro+ by 285.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $134. Redmi Note 15 Pro+ was $134 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 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 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ leads on camera score (49/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.