Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y500i
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $504 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 45/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7200); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo Y500i
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 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y500i better?
- Lighter: 219g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $504
- Better portability (43/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y500i, the Redmi K90 Max scores 30 points higher (75/100 vs 45/100). 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 60/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Vivo Y500i — 56/100; 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 Y500i (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (94/100 vs 55/100). 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 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500i and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo Y500i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y500i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500i
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo Y500i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo Y500i by 561.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $324. Vivo Y500i was $324 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (94/100 vs 55/100).
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 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (78/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500i and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i by 30 points (75/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y500i — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y500i?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.