Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Spark 40
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $504 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 36/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 358,383); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Tecno Spark 40
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $504
- Better portability (64/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Redmi K90 Max scores 38 points higher (74/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 74/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 54/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (94/100 vs 44/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $120 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Spark 40 by 961.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $384. Tecno Spark 40 was $384 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (95/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (94/100 vs 44/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (78/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 38 points (74/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Spark 40?
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?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for everyday use.