Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $504 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,047,741); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3047741
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 197g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $504
- Better portability (62/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Redmi K90 Max scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 3047741 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 23.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $54. Vivo iQOO 15R was $54 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 72/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.