Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $504 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 67/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 3,515,964).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 3515964
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 20/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9553
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 227g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 8 points higher (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (32/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (75/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $504 | $1299 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by 8.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $795. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $795.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (86/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (32/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (75/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
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 S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.