Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi R70
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 23/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 639,225); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't; the Redmi R70 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi R70
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 210g vs 227g
- Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi R70, the Redmi K90 Max scores 44 points higher (67/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi R70 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (37/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi R70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $504 | — |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi R70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi R70 by 495.0% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi R70
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (77/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi R70 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (37/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 44 points (67/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi R70 — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi R70 is a better fit for everyday use.