Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $504 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5100); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,724,757); the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1724757
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 70W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $504
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, the Redmi K90 Max scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 70/100; 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (96/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Camon 40 Premier by 118.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $54. Tecno Camon 40 Premier was $54 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (96/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (78/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Tecno Camon 40 Premier by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.