Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi Mi 10

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi Mi 10 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865; estimated prices are $504 and $570. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 31/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4780); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 940,334); the Xiaomi Mi 10 is noticeably lighter (208g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 by 36 points (67/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
Xiaomi Mi 10
Performance 6
Display 50
Camera 45
Battery 39
Design 40
Value for money 71
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 940334
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1168
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3431
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4780 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper: $504 vs $570

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 71/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 10 better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 208g vs 227g

  • Better camera (45/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (40/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi Mi 10, the Redmi K90 Max scores 36 points higher (67/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 6/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 leads (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (82/100 vs 6/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (40/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi Mi 10 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi Mi 10: The Xiaomi Mi 10 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max Xiaomi Mi 10
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
AnTuTu 3803420 940334
Geekbench Single 3228 1168
Geekbench Multi 9553 3431
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 2340x1080
Refresh rate 165 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 4780 mAh
Charging 100W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 30W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 13 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 10
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 227 g 208 g
Price $504 $570
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi Mi 10
  • Main: 108MP f/1.69
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 20MP
45
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Mi 10
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Xiaomi Mi 10
  • 4780 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 30W
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi Mi 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100
3803420 AnTuTu
Xiaomi Mi 10 Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
31/100 -304.5%
940334 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi Mi 10 by 304.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Xiaomi Mi 10
$570

Price difference: $66. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $66.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (82/100 vs 6/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 (77/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (40/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi Mi 10 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 10?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 by 36 points (67/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi Mi 10?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi Mi 10 — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 10?

The Xiaomi Mi 10 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 10?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 6/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi Mi 10?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Mi 10 is a better fit for everyday use.