Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. 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 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 37 points (67/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • 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 42/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 227g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), 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 42/100). 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 Z9 (India) (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 Z9 (India) (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (65/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (75/100 vs 55/100).

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 Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 3803420
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP66 IP54
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 227 g 188 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 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 Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (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 Z9 (India) (77/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (65/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 37 points (67/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

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 Z9 (India)?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

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 Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.