Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y05
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $504 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 33/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y05 doesn't; the Vivo Y05 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo Y05
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1750
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y05 better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $504
- Better portability (49/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y05, the Redmi K90 Max scores 42 points higher (75/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo Y05 — 58/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo Y05 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y05
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y05
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y05
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $414. Vivo Y05 was $414 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (96/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (78/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 by 42 points (75/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y05 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.