Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo iQOO Z10R
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z10R (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $504 and $260. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 55/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5700); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 953,150); the Vivo iQOO Z10R is noticeably lighter (184g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo iQOO Z10R
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z10R better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $504
- Better portability (76/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z10R, the Redmi K90 Max scores 20 points higher (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo iQOO Z10R — 58/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10R (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10R (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10R (78/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10R significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo iQOO Z10R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5700 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.3×76.7×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $260 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z10R
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z10R
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z10R
- 5700 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo iQOO Z10R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo iQOO Z10R by 294.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $244. Vivo iQOO Z10R was $244 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10R (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10R (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10R (78/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10R significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z10R?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10R by 20 points (75/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Z10R?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Z10R — 55/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z10R?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo iQOO Z10R?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.