Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 37/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim by 30 points (67/100 vs 37/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 81
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim better?
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (81/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Redmi K90 Max scores 30 points higher (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (50/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (75/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim: The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3803420
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 10 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 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
Weight 227 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
  • Main: 200MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
81
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (81/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (77/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (50/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim by 30 points (67/100 vs 37/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?

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 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.