Redmi K90 Max vs TCL 40 NxtPaper
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the TCL 40 NxtPaper (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5010); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 365,001); the TCL 40 NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
TCL 40 NxtPaper
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5010 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes TCL 40 NxtPaper better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the TCL 40 NxtPaper, the Redmi K90 Max scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | TCL 40 NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5010 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 168.2×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and TCL 40 NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads TCL 40 NxtPaper by 930.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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TCL 40 NxtPaper
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the TCL 40 NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the TCL 40 NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the TCL 40 NxtPaper — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the TCL 40 NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the TCL 40 NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.