Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo X300 FE
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X300 FE (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $504 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 FE leads — 73/100 vs 67/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,869,139); the Vivo X300 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo X300 FE
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2869139
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $699
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 77/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 73/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 62/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Better camera (62/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo X300 FE, the Vivo X300 FE scores 6 points higher (73/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 FE leads (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X300 FE are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X300 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo X300 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 2869139 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $504 | $699 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300 FE
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X300 FE
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 FE
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo X300 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo X300 FE by 32.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $195. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $195.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X300 FE are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo X300 FE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X300 FE?
The Vivo X300 FE edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X300 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X300 FE — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X300 FE?
The Vivo X300 FE leads on camera score (62/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X300 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo X300 FE?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X300 FE is a better fit for active users.