Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $504 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 75/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 3,760,662).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 227g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $986
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 3760662
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 10402
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Redmi K90 Max by 24.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $482. Redmi K90 Max was $482 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (100/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Max — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.