Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $504 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 44/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M14 5G better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $504
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 31 points higher (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 54/100; 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 M14 5G (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy M14 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 166.8×77.2×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $179 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy M14 5G by 519.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $325. Samsung Galaxy M14 5G was $325 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G by 31 points (75/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.