Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo X80
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X80 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 60/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,504,467); the Vivo X80 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo X80
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1504467
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo X80 better?
- Lighter: 203g vs 227g
- Better camera (47/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo X80, the Redmi K90 Max scores 15 points higher (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X80 leads (47/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X80 (96/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X80 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X80 is a bit better (47/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X80 is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo X80 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 165.0×75.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X80
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X80
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X80
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo X80, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo X80 by 150.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X80
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X80 (96/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X80 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X80 is a bit better (47/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (78/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X80 is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Vivo X80 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo X80 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X80?
The Vivo X80 leads on camera score (47/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X80 is a better fit for active users.