Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo8
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Neo8 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 62/100 (a 13-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 1,420,808); the Vivo iQOO Neo8 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo iQOO Neo8
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo8 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 192g vs 227g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo8, the Redmi K90 Max scores 13 points higher (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo8 (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo iQOO Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 or OriginOS 3 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 164.7×77.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo iQOO Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo iQOO Neo8 by 164.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo8
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo8 (96/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Neo8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo8 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO Neo8 is a better fit for active users.