Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $504 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 66/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3900); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,660,456); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1660456
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Lighter: 168g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $504
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Redmi K90 Max scores 8 points higher (74/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (83/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 1660456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $504 | $229 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 129.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $275. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $275.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (95/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (78/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (83/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.