Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $504 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 61/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,820,628); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S24
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1820628
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $799
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 227g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S24, the Redmi K90 Max scores 14 points higher (75/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy S24 — 36/100; 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 S24 (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (82/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy S24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1820628 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| 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 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 167 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S24
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S24, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 106.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max was $295 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (96/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (78/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (82/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S24 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S24 — 61/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for active users.