Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; estimated prices are $504 and $340. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 43/100 (a 24-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 1,222,280); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1222280
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1356
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3888
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Lighter: 198g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $340 vs $504
- Better camera (53/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Redmi K90 Max scores 24 points higher (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (82/100 vs 13/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (53/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (52/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 1222280 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1356 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 3888 | |
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 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 | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 198 g | |
| Price | $504 | $340 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 211.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $164. Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper by $164.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (82/100 vs 13/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (53/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (77/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (52/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 by 24 points (67/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
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 A56 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.