Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G; launch prices were $504 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 46/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4250); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 531,656); the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G is noticeably lighter (157g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4250 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 157g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $504
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 29 points higher (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G — 30/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 531656 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 752 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1819 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4250 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 160.5×75.7×6.8 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 157 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
- 4250 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G by 607.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $204. Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G was $204 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (78/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G by 29 points (75/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.