Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo iQOO 13

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $504 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 71/100 vs 67/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6150); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,760,000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 227g).

The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Vivo iQOO 13
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 71
Design 41
Value for money 65
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2760000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9300
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6150 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
  • Cheaper: $504 vs $650

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 65/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
  • Lighter: 207g vs 227g

  • Better camera (74/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 4 points higher (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (41/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).

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.
Vivo iQOO 13: The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo iQOO 13
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3803420 2760000
Geekbench Single 3228 3050
Geekbench Multi 9553 9300
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1440x3168
Refresh rate 165 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 6150 mAh
Charging 100W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China)
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm
Weight 227 g 207 g
Price $504 $650
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO 13
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
74
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo iQOO 13
  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 13 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100 -37.8%
2760000 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo iQOO 13 by 37.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Vivo iQOO 13
$650

Price difference: $146. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $146.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (82/100 vs 65/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (74/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (41/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (74/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 65/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo iQOO 13?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for active users.