Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Phantom X2

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 44/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,484,077); the Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 by 23 points (67/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Tecno Phantom X2
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 46
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1484077
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1693
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4384
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 21/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 203g vs 227g

  • Better camera (48/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Redmi K90 Max scores 23 points higher (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (82/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (46/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Phantom X2: The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Tecno Phantom X2
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 3803420 1484077
Geekbench Single 3228 1693
Geekbench Multi 9553 4384
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 100W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 13 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, HIOS 12
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 227 g 203 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Tecno Phantom X2
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom X2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
44/100 -156.3%
1484077 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Phantom X2 by 156.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (82/100 vs 21/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (48/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (77/100 vs 46/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (46/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 by 23 points (67/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 21/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.