Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $504 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4900); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,219,688); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3219688
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 9700
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $999
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Redmi K90 Max scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (78/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 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 S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S25+ by 16.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $495. Redmi K90 Max was $495 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (78/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25+ 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+?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.