Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $504 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8550); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,726,802).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 89/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8550 mAh
- Lighter: 219g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $504
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 37.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $204. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $204 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (45/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.