Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (2026) runs on the Exynos 1480; launch prices were $504 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 54/100 (a 20-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 849,080); the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is noticeably lighter (185g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 849080
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3346
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Lighter: 185g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $504
- Better portability (74/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 20 points higher (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 74/100, Samsung Galaxy A27 5G — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (74/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy A27 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 849080 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1140 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 3346 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $299 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A27 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 A27 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A27 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A27 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A27 5G by 347.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $205. Samsung Galaxy A27 5G was $205 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (95/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (74/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G by 20 points (74/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A27 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is a better fit for everyday use.