Redmi K90 Max vs Tecno Spark 9 Pro
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 38/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Tecno Spark 9 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 9 Pro better?
- Better portability (48/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Tecno Spark 9 Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 37 points higher (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 9 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Tecno Spark 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, HIOS 8.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 164.2×75.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | — | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Spark 9 Pro
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 9 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Tecno Spark 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Tecno Spark 9 Pro by 978.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Spark 9 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 9 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Spark 9 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro by 37 points (75/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Tecno Spark 9 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Tecno Spark 9 Pro — 38/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Tecno Spark 9 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Tecno Spark 9 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.