Redmi K90 Max vs Sony Xperia Pro-I
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sony Xperia Pro-I (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $504 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 50/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,119,714); the Sony Xperia Pro-I is noticeably lighter (211g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1119714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3373
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $1799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Lighter: 211g vs 227g
- Better portability (43/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Sony Xperia Pro-I, the Redmi K90 Max scores 24 points higher (74/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 74/100, Sony Xperia Pro-I — 4/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (95/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Sony Xperia Pro-I are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (78/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Sony Xperia Pro-I | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 1119714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 166.0×72.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $1799 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Sony Xperia Pro-I, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Sony Xperia Pro-I by 239.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1295. Redmi K90 Max was $1295 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (95/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Sony Xperia Pro-I are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (37/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (78/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I by 24 points (74/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Sony Xperia Pro-I — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Sony Xperia Pro-I?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.