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 — 74/100 vs 73/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5160); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,351,914); the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
Performance 83
Display 94
Camera 52
Battery 67
Portability 65
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2351914
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2250
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 7315
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5160 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 83/100)
  • 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 1 points higher (74/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 83/100). 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 (95/100 vs 83/100). 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 3803420 2351914
Geekbench Single 3228 2250
Geekbench Multi 9553 7315
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/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/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
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
73/100 -61.7%
2351914 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro by 61.7% 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 (95/100 vs 83/100).

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 1 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 74/100, 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 (95/100 vs 83/100).

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.