Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo S18e
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 53/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4800); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 971,424); the Vivo S18e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo S18e
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
- Lighter: 193g vs 227g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo S18e, the Redmi K90 Max scores 21 points higher (74/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 79/100). 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 notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo S18e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S18e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo S18e
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo S18e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo S18e by 291.5% in our overall performance rating.
Vivo S18e
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (95/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (94/100 vs 79/100).
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 notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S18e?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 21 points (74/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo S18e?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo S18e — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S18e?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S18e?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo S18e?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use.