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; estimated prices are $504 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 61/100 (a 6-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 (3,803,420 vs 2,728,128).

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Performance 58
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 80
Design 50
Value for money 89
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2728128
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2680
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 8358
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8550 mAh
  • Cheaper: $300 vs $504

  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (89/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 6 points higher (67/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (82/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (50/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max: The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 3803420 2728128
Geekbench Single 3228 2680
Geekbench Multi 9553 8358
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
Price $504 $300
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
61/100 -39.4%
2728128 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 39.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
$300

Price difference: $204. Redmi Turbo 5 Max is cheaper by $204.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (82/100 vs 58/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (50/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).

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 6 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 67/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 61/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 58/100).

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, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.