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; estimated prices are $504 and $530. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 55/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7200); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,801,694); the Vivo S60 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Vivo S60 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Vivo S60
Performance 29
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 68
Design 51
Value for money 73
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1801694
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1930
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4817
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
  • Cheaper: $504 vs $530

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 73/100)
What makes Vivo S60 better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 227g

  • Better camera (62/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo S60, the Redmi K90 Max scores 12 points higher (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60 leads (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S60 (82/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S60 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (51/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo S60 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).

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 S60: The Vivo S60 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo S60
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
AnTuTu 3803420 1801694
Geekbench Single 3228 1930
Geekbench Multi 9553 4817
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
Price $504 $530
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo S60
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Vivo S60
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2750x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo S60
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo S60, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Vivo S60 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
55/100 -111.1%
1801694 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo S60 by 111.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Vivo S60
$530

Price difference: $26. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $26.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S60 (82/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo S60 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (51/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo S60 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S60?

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Vivo S60 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo S60?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo S60 — 55/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S60?

The Vivo S60 leads on camera score (62/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo S60?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 29/100).

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, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S60 is a better fit for everyday use.