Redmi K90 Max vs Sony Xperia 10 IV

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sony Xperia 10 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 15/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 592,015); the Sony Xperia 10 IV is noticeably lighter (161g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV by 52 points (67/100 vs 15/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Sony Xperia 10 IV
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 13
Battery 36
Design 98
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 592015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 905
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2003
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 13/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 10 IV better?
  • Lighter: 161g vs 227g

  • Better design/ergonomics (98/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Sony Xperia 10 IV, the Redmi K90 Max scores 52 points higher (67/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). 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 Sony Xperia 10 IV (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 10 IV significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (98/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV (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.
Sony Xperia 10 IV: The Sony Xperia 10 IV is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Sony Xperia 10 IV
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
AnTuTu 3803420 592015
Geekbench Single 3228 905
Geekbench Multi 9553 2003
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.0" OLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2520
Refresh rate 165 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
DXOMark (camera) 63
Main camera 50 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP65
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 153.0×67.0×8.3 mm
Weight 227 g 161 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Sony Xperia 10 IV
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 10 IV
  • 6.0" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Sony Xperia 10 IV
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Sony Xperia 10 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 10 IV Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
15/100 -542.5%
592015 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Sony Xperia 10 IV by 542.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Sony Xperia 10 IV
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV (32/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV (77/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 10 IV significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (98/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Sony Xperia 10 IV?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 IV by 52 points (67/100 vs 15/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Sony Xperia 10 IV?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Sony Xperia 10 IV — 15/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Sony Xperia 10 IV?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 13/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Sony Xperia 10 IV?

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

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Sony Xperia 10 IV?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 10 IV is a better fit for everyday use.