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).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- 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)
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)
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).
| 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 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S20 FE by 336.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $195. Redmi K90 Max was $195 cheaper at launch.
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).
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.