Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo V29

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo V29 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G; estimated prices are $504 and $533. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 35/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4600); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 781,542); the Vivo V29 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 by 32 points (67/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Vivo V29
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 41
Design 67
Value for money 73
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 781542
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1017
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2943
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $504 vs $533

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 1/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 73/100)
What makes Vivo V29 better?
  • Lighter: 186g vs 227g

  • Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo V29, the Redmi K90 Max scores 32 points higher (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo V29 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo V29 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo V29 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 V29: The Vivo V29 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo V29
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G
AnTuTu 3803420 781542
Geekbench Single 3228 1017
Geekbench Multi 9553 2943
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1260x2800
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 4600 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 / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm
Weight 227 g 186 g
Price $504 $533
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo V29
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Vivo V29
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo V29
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo V29, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Vivo V29 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G
35/100 -386.7%
781542 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo V29 by 386.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Vivo V29
$533

Price difference: $29. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $29.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (82/100 vs 1/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo V29 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (77/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo V29 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo V29 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo V29?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 by 32 points (67/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo V29?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo V29 — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo V29?

The Vivo V29 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo V29?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo V29?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo V29 is a better fit for everyday use.