Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $504 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 74/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6100); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 3,001,049).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 3001049
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2798
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $771
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 9553
- Lighter: 213g vs 227g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 74/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 9 points higher (83/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 3001049 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 213 g | |
| Price | $504 | $771 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 15 Pro by 26.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $267. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $267.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 15 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 74/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.