Redmi K90 Max vs TCL 50 SE
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 37/100 (a 38-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 50 SE is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
TCL 50 SE
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)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the TCL 50 SE, the Redmi K90 Max scores 38 points higher (75/100 vs 37/100). 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 50 SE (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | TCL 50 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
TCL 50 SE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and TCL 50 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads TCL 50 SE by 930.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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TCL 50 SE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 50 SE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 50 SE by 38 points (75/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the TCL 50 SE — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.