Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 13T

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 13T (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra; estimated prices are $504 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 44/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,174,898); the Xiaomi 13T is noticeably lighter (197g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T by 23 points (67/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Xiaomi 13T
Performance 9
Display 100
Camera 60
Battery 48
Design 53
Value for money 79
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1174898
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3700
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 9/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13T better?
  • Lighter: 197g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $450 vs $504

  • Better camera (60/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 13T, the Redmi K90 Max scores 23 points higher (67/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T leads (60/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (82/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (53/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13T and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 13T: The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Xiaomi 13T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra
AnTuTu 3803420 1174898
Geekbench Single 3228 1050
Geekbench Multi 9553 3700
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 2712x1220
Refresh rate 165 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
DXOMark (camera) 123
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 162.2×75.7×8.5 mm
Weight 227 g 197 g
Price $504 $450
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi 13T
  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
60
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 13T
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Xiaomi 13T
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 13T MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra
44/100 -223.7%
1174898 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 13T by 223.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Xiaomi 13T
$450

Price difference: $54. Xiaomi 13T is cheaper by $54.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (82/100 vs 9/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (60/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (77/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (53/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13T and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 13T?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T by 23 points (67/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 13T?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 13T — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 13T?

The Xiaomi 13T leads on camera score (60/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 13T?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 9/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 13T?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.