Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 43/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
- Lighter: 200g vs 227g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 31 points higher (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy A15 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 83 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 160.1×76.8×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 640.2% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (78/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 31 points (74/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a better fit for everyday use.