Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S20 FE

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990; launch prices were $504 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 50/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 872,405); the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE by 24 points (74/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
Performance 57
Display 80
Camera 26
Battery 42
Portability 60
Value for money 12
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 872405
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1222
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3060
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $699

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20 FE better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 227g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, the Redmi K90 Max scores 24 points higher (74/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 74/100, Samsung Galaxy S20 FE — 12/100; 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 S20 FE (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 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 S20 FE: The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Samsung Exynos 990
AnTuTu 3803420 872405
Geekbench Single 3228 1222
Geekbench Multi 9553 3060
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.5" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 2400x1080
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 10
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 159.8×74.5×8.4 mm
Weight 227 g 190 g
Launch price $504 $699
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
26
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
42
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Samsung Exynos 990
50/100 -336.0%
872405 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S20 FE by 336.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
$699

Launch price difference: $195. Redmi K90 Max was $195 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (95/100 vs 57/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (78/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE by 24 points (74/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE — 50/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 26/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 57/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is a better fit for everyday use.