Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo X Fold6

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $504 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 75/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,455,738); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.1mm).

The Vivo X Fold6 is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi K90 Max

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 72

Vivo X Fold6

Performance 95
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 82
Portability 100
Value for money 84

What makes Redmi K90 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3455738
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6900 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $1900

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)

What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?

  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (100/100 vs 41/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 13 points higher (88/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; 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 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (100/100 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 X Fold6: The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo X Fold6
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3760662 3455738
Geekbench Single 3293 3293
Geekbench Multi 10243 10243
Display 6.8" AMOLED 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 2480x2200
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 6900 mAh
Charging 100W 80W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 5500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm
Weight 227 g —
Launch price $504 $1900

Camera comparison

Redmi K90 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Vivo X Fold6

  • Main: 200MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Redmi K90 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Vivo X Fold6

  • 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2480x2200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Redmi K90 Max

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery

Vivo X Fold6

  • 6900 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100
3760662 AnTuTu
Vivo X Fold6 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
88/100 -8.8%
3455738 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo X Fold6 by 8.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi K90 Max

$504

Vivo X Fold6

$1900

Launch price difference: $1396. Redmi K90 Max was $1396 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (87/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (100/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X Fold6?

The Vivo X Fold6 is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X Fold6?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X Fold6?

The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo X Fold6?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.