Redmi K90 Max vs TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $504 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 43/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5200); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 528,398); the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL 60 SE NxtPaper better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $504
- Better portability (63/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, the Redmi K90 Max scores 32 points higher (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 48/100; 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 significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | TCL 60 SE NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 611.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $305. TCL 60 SE NxtPaper was $305 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (78/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE 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 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper by 32 points (75/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.