Redmi K90 Max vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $504 and $1295. 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 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,994,112); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is noticeably lighter (197g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Sony Xperia 1 VII
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2994112
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3094
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9293
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $1295
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VII better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 227g
- Better camera (54/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Redmi K90 Max scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Sony Xperia 1 VII — 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (58/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 9293 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $1295 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Sony Xperia 1 VII by 25.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $791. Redmi K90 Max was $791 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (54/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (78/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (58/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Sony Xperia 1 VII by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on camera score (54/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for gamers and power users.