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; launch prices were $504 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-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 (3,760,662 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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi R70
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 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 (96/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $504
- Better portability (51/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi R70, the Redmi K90 Max scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Redmi R70 — 60/100; 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 R70 (96/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi R70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $504 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi R70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi R70 by 488.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $384. Redmi R70 was $384 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (96/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (78/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi R70 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 47/100).
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.