Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo T5x
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $504 and $225. 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 7200); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 956,756); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5x doesn't.
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo T5x
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 956756
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
- Higher value score: 74/100 vs 64/100
- Lighter: 219g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $225 vs $504
- Better portability (43/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo T5x, 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 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5x and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo T5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 956756 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2344 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $225 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo T5x
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo T5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo T5x by 297.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $279. Vivo T5x was $279 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (95/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (78/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5x and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x by 21 points (74/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo T5x — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo T5x is a better fit for everyday use.