Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A24
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A24 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $504 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 47/100 (a 28-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 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A24 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy A24
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A24 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $504
- Better portability (64/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A24, the Redmi K90 Max scores 28 points higher (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy A24 — 48/100; 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 A24 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A24 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A24 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A24 (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A24 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy A24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A24
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A24
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A24
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A24, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A24 by 578.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $275. Samsung Galaxy A24 was $275 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A24 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A24 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A24 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A24 (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A24 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A24?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A24 by 28 points (75/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A24?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy A24 — 47/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A24?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A24?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.