Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 13
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 13 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $504 and $640. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 52/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,738,631); the Xiaomi 13 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 13
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1738631
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $640
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Lighter: 189g vs 227g
- Better camera (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 13, the Redmi K90 Max scores 15 points higher (67/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 leads (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 (82/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 1738631 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 130 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 189 g | |
| Price | $504 | $640 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 13
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 13
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 13 by 118.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $136. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $136.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 (82/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (65/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 (77/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (63/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 13?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 13 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 13?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 13 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 13?
The Xiaomi 13 leads on camera score (65/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 13?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 13?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 13 is a better fit for everyday use.