Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo T3 Ultra

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo T3 Ultra (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,811,490); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T3 Ultra doesn't; the Vivo T3 Ultra is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo T3 Ultra by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
Vivo T3 Ultra
Performance 74
Display 84
Camera 44
Battery 62
Portability 68
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1811490
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1917
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4509
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 74/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo T3 Ultra better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 227g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (68/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo T3 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Max scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (78/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Vivo T3 Ultra: The Vivo T3 Ultra is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo T3 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 9200+
AnTuTu 3803420 1811490
Geekbench Single 3228 1917
Geekbench Multi 9553 4509
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1260x2800
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 100W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 4500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 164.2×74.9×7.6 mm
Weight 227 g 192 g
Launch price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo T3 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Vivo T3 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Vivo T3 Ultra
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
62
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo T3 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Vivo T3 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9200+
65/100 -110.0%
1811490 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo T3 Ultra by 110.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Vivo T3 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (95/100 vs 74/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (78/100 vs 62/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo T3 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo T3 Ultra by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo T3 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo T3 Ultra — 65/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo T3 Ultra?

The Vivo T3 Ultra leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo T3 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 74/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo T3 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo T3 Ultra is a better fit for active users.