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; estimated prices are $504 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 45/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,436,963); the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $599
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 69/100)
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Redmi K90 Max scores 22 points higher (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (82/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (77/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (38/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 4453 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $504 | $599 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
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
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
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 164.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $95. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $95.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (82/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (77/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (38/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 22 points (67/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 45/100.
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 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 20/100).
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, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use.