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; estimated prices are $504 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 54/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,856,499); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2856499
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $799
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 162g vs 227g
- Better camera (35/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Redmi K90 Max scores 13 points higher (67/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (82/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (97/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $504 | $799 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
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
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 33.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $295. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $295.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (82/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (35/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (77/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (97/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 64/100).
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, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.