Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A52
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $504 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 46/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy A52
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $504
- Better camera (45/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A52, the Redmi K90 Max scores 29 points higher (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy A52 — 20/100; 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 A52 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy A52 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A52, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 626.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $104. Samsung Galaxy A52 was $104 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (78/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 29 points (75/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy A52 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.