Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870; launch prices were $504 and $349. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 20/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 2350); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 is noticeably lighter (138g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 2350 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 better?
- Lighter: 138g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $504
- Better portability (84/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017, the Redmi K90 Max scores 55 points higher (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 0/100; 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 A3 2017 (96/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (84/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 7870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 192269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 172 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 492 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 4.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1280x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 2350 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 135.4×66.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 138 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $349 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 4.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 2350 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A3 2017, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 1855.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $155. Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 was $155 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (96/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (94/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (78/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (84/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 55 points (75/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.