Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo V70 Lite
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo V70 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $504 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 57/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 953,150); the Vivo V70 Lite is noticeably lighter (186g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo V70 Lite
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo V70 Lite better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $504
- Better portability (71/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo V70 Lite, the Redmi K90 Max scores 18 points higher (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo V70 Lite — 52/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo V70 Lite are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (71/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo V70 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.8×76.3×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V70 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo V70 Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V70 Lite
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo V70 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo V70 Lite by 294.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $205. Vivo V70 Lite was $205 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo V70 Lite are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (71/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Vivo V70 Lite — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo V70 Lite — 57/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.