Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo Y55 5G
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y55 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 41/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 515,647); the Vivo Y55 5G is noticeably lighter (187g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo Y55 5G
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo Y55 5G better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 227g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo Y55 5G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 34 points higher (75/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y55 5G (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y55 5G (94/100 vs 57/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y55 5G (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y55 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo Y55 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1736 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 164.0×75.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y55 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y55 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y55 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo Y55 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Vivo Y55 5G by 629.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y55 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y55 5G (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y55 5G (94/100 vs 57/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y55 5G (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y55 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y55 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y55 5G by 34 points (75/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo Y55 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y55 5G — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y55 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo Y55 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo Y55 5G?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.