Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $504 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 63/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 3,034,849); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 3034849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $1099
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 34/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 227g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Redmi K90 Max scores 4 points higher (67/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (75/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 163 g | |
| Price | $504 | $1099 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by 25.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $595. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $595.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (77/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (75/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
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 S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.