Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $504 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 63/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,436,963); the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $599
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Redmi K90 Max scores 12 points higher (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (96/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 161.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $95. Redmi K90 Max was $95 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (96/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (78/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users.