Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $504 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 63/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 953,150); the Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo Y500 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $504
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 12 points higher (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (50/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo Y500 Pro — 82/100; 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 Y500 Pro (96/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo Y500 Pro by 294.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $284. Vivo Y500 Pro was $284 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (96/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.