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; launch prices were $504 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 8550); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,120,347).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo iQOO Z11
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2120347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6405
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 227g vs 228g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 8550 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $504
- Overall rating 65/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Redmi K90 Max scores 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo iQOO Z11 — 70/100; 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 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 2120347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 6405 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $504 | $290 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 77.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $214. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $214 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (96/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
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 10 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
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 Z11?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
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. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.