Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S10e

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S10e (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820; launch prices were $504 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 40/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 745,471); the Samsung Galaxy S10e is noticeably lighter (150g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e by 34 points (74/100 vs 40/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
Samsung Galaxy S10e
Performance 51
Display 59
Camera 17
Battery 20
Portability 84
Value for money 0
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 745471
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1001
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2322
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $749

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 20/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10e better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 227g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S10e, the Redmi K90 Max scores 34 points higher (74/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 74/100, Samsung Galaxy S10e — 0/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (95/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10e significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (84/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Samsung Galaxy S10e: The Samsung Galaxy S10e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Samsung Galaxy S10e
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Samsung Exynos 9820
AnTuTu 3803420 745471
Geekbench Single 3228 1001
Geekbench Multi 9553 2322
Display 6.8" AMOLED 5.8" Dynamic AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 2280x1080
Refresh rate 165 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 3100 mAh
Charging 100W 15W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 16 MP
Front camera 20 MP 10 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 9
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 142.2×69.9×7.9 mm
Weight 227 g 150 g
Launch price $504 $749
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Samsung Galaxy S10e
  • Main: 12MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Front: 10MP
17
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Samsung Galaxy S10e
  • 5.8" Dynamic AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2280x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
59
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Samsung Galaxy S10e
  • 3100 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • Wireless: 15W
20
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S10e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S10e Samsung Exynos 9820
40/100 -410.2%
745471 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S10e by 410.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Samsung Galaxy S10e
$749

Launch price difference: $245. Redmi K90 Max was $245 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (95/100 vs 51/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (94/100 vs 59/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (37/100 vs 17/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (78/100 vs 20/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10e significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (84/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e by 34 points (74/100 vs 40/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S10e — 40/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 17/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 51/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S10e is a better fit for everyday use.