Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. 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 5160); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,439,634); the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi K90 Max

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 72

Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro

Performance 84
Display 94
Camera 52
Battery 67
Portability 65
Value for money —

What makes Redmi K90 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2439634
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2249
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 7352
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5160 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 84/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 67/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro better?

  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 227g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (65/100 vs 41/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (65/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro: The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
AnTuTu 3760662 2439634
Geekbench Single 3293 2249
Geekbench Multi 10243 7352
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1260x2800
Refresh rate 165 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 100W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 14, OriginOS 4
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1400 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 —
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 163.5×75.7×8.0 mm
Weight 227 g 190 g
Launch price $504 —

Camera comparison

Redmi K90 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
52
camera

Display comparison

Redmi K90 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Redmi K90 Max

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery

Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro

  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
67
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100
3760662 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
73/100 -54.1%
2439634 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro by 54.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi K90 Max

$504

Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (52/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (65/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro 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 Neo9S Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 84/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.