Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $504 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 51/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4250); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 781,542); the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE is noticeably lighter (158g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 781542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4250 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 158g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $504
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, the Redmi K90 Max scores 23 points higher (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 74/100, Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 42/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (95/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 781542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4250 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 160.5×75.7×6.8 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 158 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $370 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 4250 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 386.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $134. Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE was $134 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (95/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (78/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 23 points (74/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 51/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE is a better fit for everyday use.