Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 15
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $504 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 73/100 vs 67/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5240); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 2,923,262); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 15
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 2923262
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3092
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9147
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5240 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $635
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Lighter: 191g vs 227g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 16/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 6 points higher (73/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 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 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 2923262 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 147 | |
| 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 191 g | |
| Price | $504 | $635 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 15 by 30.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $131. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $131.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 (82/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 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 15?
The Xiaomi 15 edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 15?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 15?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for active users.