Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A14
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A14 (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $504 and $200. 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 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy A14 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy A14
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A14 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Better portability (46/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A14, 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 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 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 A14 — 38/100; 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 A14 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (37/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy A14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 67 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, One UI 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 167.7×78.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A14
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A14 by 519.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $304. Samsung Galaxy A14 was $304 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (37/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A14 is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy A14 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.