Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 15T
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 15T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra; estimated prices are $504 and $449. 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 5500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,915,524); the Xiaomi 15T is noticeably lighter (194g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 15T
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1915524
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6100
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 54/100)
- Lighter: 194g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $449 vs $504
- Better camera (55/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 15T, 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 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T leads (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 1915524 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.2×78.0×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 194 g | |
| Price | $504 | $449 |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 15T
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15T
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi 15T by 98.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $55. Xiaomi 15T is cheaper by $55.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (82/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (55/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (77/100 vs 54/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (57/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15T and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 15T?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 15T — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 15T?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 15T — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 15T?
The Xiaomi 15T leads on camera score (55/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 15T?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 15T?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.