Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; estimated prices are $504 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 51/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4700); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,019,654); the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2019654
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2085
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6507
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4700 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $599
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 29/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 69/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, the Redmi K90 Max scores 16 points higher (67/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (82/100 vs 37/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 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 S25 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 2019654 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2085 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 6507 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $504 | $599 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 88.3% 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 S25 FE (82/100 vs 37/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (77/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 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 S25 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 S25 FE is a better fit for everyday use.