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; estimated prices are $504 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 42/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,484,077); the Vivo X80 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo X80
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1484077
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $600
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 39/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 68/100)
- Lighter: 203g vs 227g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo X80, the Redmi K90 Max scores 25 points higher (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X80 leads (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (82/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X80 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X80 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (46/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo X80 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 1484077 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 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 | |
| Price | $504 | $600 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X80
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X80
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X80
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo X80, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo X80 by 156.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $96. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $96.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (82/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X80 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (77/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo X80 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (46/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 by 25 points (67/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X80 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X80?
The Vivo X80 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 21/100).
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, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X80 is a better fit for everyday use.