Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo; launch prices were $504 and $285. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7050); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 925,409); the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) is noticeably lighter (197g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 925409
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1025
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2882
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $285 vs $504
- Better portability (61/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India), the Redmi K90 Max scores 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) — 54/100; 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 V80 Lite 5G (India) (96/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). 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 V80 Lite 5G (India) (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 925409 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1025 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2882 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 164.4×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $285 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
- 7050 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) by 306.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $219. Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) was $219 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) (96/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
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 V80 Lite 5G (India) (78/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) — 56/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.