Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y400
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y400 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $504 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 52/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 568,395); the Vivo Y400 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo Y400
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 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo Y400 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $504
- Better portability (62/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y400, the Redmi K90 Max scores 23 points higher (75/100 vs 52/100). 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 65/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo Y400 — 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 Y400 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y400 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y400 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo Y400 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| 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 | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 162.3×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y400
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y400
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y400
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo Y400, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo Y400 by 561.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $274. Vivo Y400 was $274 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y400 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y400 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y400 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y400?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y400 by 23 points (75/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y400?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y400 — 52/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y400?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y400?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.