Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $504 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 46/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 576,015); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 28 points (74/100 vs 46/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Performance 44
Display 66
Camera 29
Battery 52
Portability 76
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 576015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2014
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $504

  • Better portability (76/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 28 points higher (74/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Tecno Spark 40 Pro: The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Tecno Spark 40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Helio G100
AnTuTu 3803420 576015
Geekbench Single 3228 727
Geekbench Multi 9553 2014
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP64
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm
Weight 227 g 195 g
Price $504 $150
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 40 Pro MediaTek Helio G100
46/100 -560.3%
576015 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 560.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
$150

Price difference: $354. Tecno Spark 40 Pro is cheaper by $354.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (95/100 vs 44/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (94/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (78/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 28 points (74/100 vs 46/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.