Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A13
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A13 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 850; launch prices were $504 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 30/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy A13 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy A13
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A13 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Better portability (53/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A13, the Redmi K90 Max scores 45 points higher (75/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy A13 — 20/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A13 (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (94/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A13 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy A13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 165.1×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A13
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A13
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A13 by 1504.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $304. Samsung Galaxy A13 was $304 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (96/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (94/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A13 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A13?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A13 by 45 points (75/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A13?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy A13 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A13?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A13?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A13?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.