Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo iQOO Z11

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; estimated prices are $504 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 51/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 8550); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,612,264).

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Vivo iQOO Z11
Performance 41
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 77
Design 15
Value for money 90
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2612264
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1553
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6403
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Lighter: 227g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (16/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
  • Bigger battery: 9020 vs 8550 mAh
  • Cheaper: $290 vs $504

  • Better value for money (90/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Redmi K90 Max scores 16 points higher (67/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (82/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (16/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z11: The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo iQOO Z11
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
AnTuTu 3803420 2612264
Geekbench Single 3228 1553
Geekbench Multi 9553 6403
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 165 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 9020 mAh
Charging 100W 90W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 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 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 227 g 228 g
Price $504 $290
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 9020 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Z11 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
51/100 -45.6%
2612264 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 45.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Vivo iQOO Z11
$290

Price difference: $214. Vivo iQOO Z11 is cheaper by $214.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (82/100 vs 41/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (16/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 51/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.