Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo iQOO Z6
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 30/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 592,015); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z6 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z6 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo iQOO Z6
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2003
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 185g vs 227g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z6, the Redmi K90 Max scores 37 points higher (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (82/100 vs 0/100). 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, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo iQOO Z6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2003 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $504 | — |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z6
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo iQOO Z6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo iQOO Z6 by 542.5% in our overall performance rating.
Vivo iQOO Z6
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (82/100 vs 0/100).
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, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z6?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 by 37 points (67/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Z6?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z6?
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 Z6?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo iQOO Z6?
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 Z6 is a better fit for everyday use.