Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo X300

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300; estimated prices are $504 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 62/100 (a 5-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 2,555,121); the Vivo X300 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo X300 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Vivo X300
Performance 47
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 51
Design 42
Value for money 75
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2555121
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2142
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 7125
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 47/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Vivo X300 better?
  • Lighter: 206g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $499 vs $504

  • Better camera (74/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo X300, the Redmi K90 Max scores 5 points higher (67/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 leads (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 (82/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (74/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (42/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 75/100.

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo X300: The Vivo X300 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo X300
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 9300
AnTuTu 3803420 2555121
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 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 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 4500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 150.6×71.9×8.0 mm
Weight 227 g 206 g
Price $504 $499
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo X300
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.57
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
74
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Vivo X300
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo X300
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo X300, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Vivo X300 MediaTek Dimensity 9300
62/100 -48.9%
2555121 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo X300 by 48.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Vivo X300
$499

Price difference: $5. Vivo X300 is cheaper by $5.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 (82/100 vs 47/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (74/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X300 (77/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X300 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (42/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 75/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X300?

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo X300 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X300?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X300 — 62/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X300?

The Vivo X300 leads on camera score (74/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X300?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 47/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo X300?

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 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.