Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; estimated prices are $504 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 71/100 vs 67/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 3,068,952); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 3068952
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2903
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 73/100)
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 9553
- Lighter: 191g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $485 vs $504
- Better camera (62/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 4 points higher (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 3068952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2903 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9602 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 191 g | |
| Price | $504 | $485 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo S50 Pro mini by 23.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $19. Vivo S50 Pro mini is cheaper by $19.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on camera score (62/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.