Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A34

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A34 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080; estimated prices are $504 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 33/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 729,766); the Samsung Galaxy A34 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 by 34 points (67/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Samsung Galaxy A34
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 36
Battery 36
Design 51
Value for money 82
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 729766
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1032
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2507
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A34 better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $400 vs $504

  • Better camera (36/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A34, the Redmi K90 Max scores 34 points higher (67/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (36/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (51/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A34: The Samsung Galaxy A34 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Samsung Galaxy A34
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 1080
AnTuTu 3803420 729766
Geekbench Single 3228 1032
Geekbench Multi 9553 2507
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
DXOMark (camera) 92
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 227 g 199 g
Price $504 $400
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Samsung Galaxy A34
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 13MP
36
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy A34
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Samsung Galaxy A34
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A34, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A34 MediaTek Dimensity 1080
33/100 -421.2%
729766 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A34 by 421.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Samsung Galaxy A34
$400

Price difference: $104. Samsung Galaxy A34 is cheaper by $104.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (36/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (77/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (51/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A34?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 by 34 points (67/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A34?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy A34 — 33/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A34?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A34?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A34 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.