Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo X90 Pro

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X90 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4870); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,781,240); the Redmi K90 Max is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.3mm).

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo X90 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi K90 Max

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 72

Vivo X90 Pro

Performance 73
Display 84
Camera 70
Battery 77
Portability 36
Value for money —

What makes Redmi K90 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1781240
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1745
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4351
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4870 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 73/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
  • Better portability (41/100 vs 36/100)

What makes Vivo X90 Pro better?

  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
  • Lighter: 214g vs 227g

  • Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo X90 Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X90 Pro leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (96/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X90 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Vivo X90 Pro: The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo X90 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 9200
AnTuTu 3760662 1781240
Geekbench Single 3293 1745
Geekbench Multi 10243 4351
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1260x2800
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 4870 mAh
Charging 100W 120W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) — 136
Main camera 50 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China)
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 164.1×74.5×9.3 mm
Weight 227 g 214 g
Launch price $504 —

Camera comparison

Redmi K90 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Vivo X90 Pro

  • Main: 3MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
70
camera

Display comparison

Redmi K90 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Vivo X90 Pro

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Battery and charging

Redmi K90 Max

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery

Vivo X90 Pro

  • 4870 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • Wireless: 50W
77
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo X90 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100
3760662 AnTuTu
Vivo X90 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9200
72/100 -111.1%
1781240 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo X90 Pro by 111.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi K90 Max

$504

Vivo X90 Pro

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (96/100 vs 73/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X90 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (70/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Vivo X90 Pro 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 X90 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo X90 Pro — 72/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Vivo X90 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 73/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.