Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y27 (2023)

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y27 (2023) (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 38/100 (a 36-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 346,495); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y27 (2023) doesn't; the Vivo Y27 (2023) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) by 36 points (74/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
Vivo Y27 (2023)
Performance 29
Display 57
Camera 30
Battery 48
Portability 63
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo Y27 (2023) better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 227g

  • Better portability (63/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y27 (2023), the Redmi K90 Max scores 36 points higher (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 41/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Vivo Y27 (2023): The Vivo Y27 (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo Y27 (2023)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 3803420 346495
Geekbench Single 3228 420
Geekbench Multi 9553 1364
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2388
Refresh rate 165 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 164.1×76.2×8.1 mm
Weight 227 g 190 g
Launch price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: —
57
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo Y27 (2023), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Vivo Y27 (2023) MediaTek Helio G85
38/100 -997.7%
346495 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo Y27 (2023) by 997.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Vivo Y27 (2023)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (95/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (94/100 vs 57/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (78/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) by 36 points (74/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Vivo Y27 (2023) — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo Y27 (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.