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 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $504 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-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 2,817,788); 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 2817788
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- 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 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 70/100; 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 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100). 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 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| 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 33.5% 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 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).
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 2 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 — 73/100.
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.