Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 14T

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 14T (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra; estimated prices are $504 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 49/100 (a 18-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 1,551,828); the Xiaomi 14T is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 14T — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Xiaomi 14T
Performance 17
Display 100
Camera 68
Battery 48
Design 56
Value for money 79
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1551828
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1256
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4207
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 17/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14T better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $449 vs $504

  • Better camera (68/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 14T, the Redmi K90 Max scores 18 points higher (67/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 17/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14T leads (68/100 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 14T (82/100 vs 17/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 14T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 14T 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 14T: The Xiaomi 14T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Xiaomi 14T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra
AnTuTu 3803420 1551828
Geekbench Single 3228 1256
Geekbench Multi 9553 4207
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) 134
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 160.5×75.1×7.8 mm
Weight 227 g 195 g
Price $504 $449
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi 14T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
68
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 14T
  • 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 14T
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 14T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 14T MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra
49/100 -145.1%
1551828 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 14T by 145.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Xiaomi 14T
$449

Price difference: $55. Xiaomi 14T is cheaper by $55.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (82/100 vs 17/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (77/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 14T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 14T 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 14T?

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 14T — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 14T?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 14T — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 14T?

The Xiaomi 14T leads on camera score (68/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 14T?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 17/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 14T?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 14T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.