Redmi K90 Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $504 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $799
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 227g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Redmi K90 Max scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (89/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 33.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max was $295 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (77/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (78/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (89/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.