Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A36
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $504 and $330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 52/100 (a 23-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 816,934); the Samsung Galaxy A36 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy A36
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 816934
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $504
- Better portability (68/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A36, the Redmi K90 Max scores 23 points higher (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy A36 — 40/100; 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 A36 (96/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A36 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy A36 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 816934 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $330 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A36, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A36 by 360.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $174. Samsung Galaxy A36 was $174 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (96/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A36 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (78/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 by 23 points (75/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy A36 — 52/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.