Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo S60
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo S60 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $504 and $530. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7200); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,797,821); the Vivo S60 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo S60
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1797821
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $530
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Vivo S60 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo S60, the Redmi K90 Max scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60 leads (64/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo S60 — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo S60 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo S60 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1797821 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2750x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| 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 | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $530 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S60
- Main: 50MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo S60
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2750x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S60
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo S60, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo S60 by 109.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $26. Redmi K90 Max was $26 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo S60 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S60?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo S60 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo S60?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo S60 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S60?
The Vivo S60 leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S60?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo S60?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo S60 is a better fit for active users.