Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 59/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,010,069); the Redmi K90 Max is thinner (8.1mm vs 10.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4650 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 218g vs 227g
- Better camera (45/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5, the Redmi K90 Max scores 16 points higher (75/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4650 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Joy UI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.8×76.3×10.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi Black Shark 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi Black Shark 5 by 272.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Black Shark 5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (96/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (78/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a better fit for active users.