Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo S16e
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo S16e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 49/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4600); the Vivo S16e is noticeably lighter (187g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo S16e
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Lighter: 187g vs 227g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo S16e, the Redmi K90 Max scores 25 points higher (74/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo S16e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Exynos 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 162.5×75.8×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S16e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo S16e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S16e
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S16e
Price unknowndisplay
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (78/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S16e?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e by 25 points (74/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo S16e?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo S16e — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S16e?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo S16e?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo S16e is a better fit for everyday use.