Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4; launch prices were $504 and $415. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 2,375,195); the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro is noticeably lighter (181g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 2375195
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6649
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $415 vs $504
- Better camera (66/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (75/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro, the Redmi K90 Max scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro leads (66/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro — 72/100; 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 Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (96/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (75/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 2375195 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2072 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 6649 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1236x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 157.1×73.2×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 181 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $415 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1236x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro by 58.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $89. Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro was $89 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (96/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (78/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (75/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro leads on camera score (66/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.