Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo X100
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X100 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300; estimated prices are $504 and $550. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 64/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,415,558); the Vivo X100 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo X100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2415558
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2142
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 7125
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $550
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 61/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 72/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 206g vs 227g
- Better camera (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo X100, the Redmi K90 Max scores 3 points higher (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100 leads (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X100 (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X100 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (42/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X100 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 72/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo X100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 2415558 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2142 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 7125 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 164.1×75.2×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $504 | $550 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X100
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X100
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo X100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo X100 by 57.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $46. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $46.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X100 (82/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (80/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 (77/100 vs 61/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo X100 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (42/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X100 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 72/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X100?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo X100 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X100?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X100 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X100?
The Vivo X100 leads on camera score (80/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X100?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo X100?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X100 is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.