Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y31s 5G
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y31s 5G (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $504 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 47/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 568,395); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y31s 5G doesn't; the Vivo Y31s 5G is noticeably lighter (207g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo Y31s 5G
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y31s 5G better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Better portability (50/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y31s 5G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 28 points higher (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo Y31s 5G — 54/100; 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 Y31s 5G (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y31s 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo Y31s 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1600x720 | |
| 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 | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 164.2×75.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y31s 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y31s 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y31s 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo Y31s 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo Y31s 5G by 561.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $304. Vivo Y31s 5G was $304 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G (78/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y31s 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y31s 5G by 28 points (75/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y31s 5G — 47/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y31s 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.