Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Pop 3 Plus
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pop 3 Plus (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 20/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 155,362); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 3 Plus doesn't; the Tecno Pop 3 Plus is noticeably lighter (180g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Tecno Pop 3 Plus
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 3 Plus better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 227g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Pop 3 Plus, the Redmi K90 Max scores 55 points higher (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 3 Plus (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 3 Plus (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 3 Plus (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 3 Plus (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 3 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Tecno Pop 3 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 1GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | — | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9.0 (Pie); HIOS 5.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 166.7×75.8×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pop 3 Plus
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pop 3 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 3 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Pop 3 Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Pop 3 Plus by 2320.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Pop 3 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 3 Plus (96/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 3 Plus (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 3 Plus (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 3 Plus (78/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 3 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pop 3 Plus?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 3 Plus by 55 points (75/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Pop 3 Plus?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Pop 3 Plus — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pop 3 Plus?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Pop 3 Plus?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Pop 3 Plus?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.