Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y29 4G

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y29 4G (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 31/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 467,392); the Vivo Y29 4G is noticeably lighter (204g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G by 36 points (67/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Vivo Y29 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 54
Design 45
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1396
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y29 4G better?
  • Lighter: 204g vs 227g

  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y29 4G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 36 points higher (67/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y29 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (45/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (75/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y29 4G: The Vivo Y29 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Vivo Y29 4G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
AnTuTu 3803420 467392
Geekbench Single 3228 466
Geekbench Multi 9553 1396
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280 720x1608
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 6500 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 / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 15, Funtouch 15
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP64
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 165.7×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 227 g 204 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo Y29 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y29 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo Y29 4G
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo Y29 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Vivo Y29 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
31/100 -713.8%
467392 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo Y29 4G by 713.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Vivo Y29 4G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (77/100 vs 54/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y29 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (45/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y29 4G?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G by 36 points (67/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y29 4G?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo Y29 4G — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y29 4G?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y29 4G?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y29 4G?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y29 4G is a better fit for everyday use.