Redmi K90 Max vs Xiaomi Mi Note 10
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G; launch prices were $504 and $430. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 49/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5260); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 533,630); the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 is noticeably lighter (208g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Xiaomi Mi Note 10
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5260 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi Note 10 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 208g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $430 vs $504
- Better camera (59/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Xiaomi Mi Note 10, the Redmi K90 Max scores 26 points higher (75/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 leads (59/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, Xiaomi Mi Note 10 — 24/100; 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 Note 10 (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Xiaomi Mi Note 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 533630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 697 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1809 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5260 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 157.8×74.2×9.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | $430 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi Note 10
- Main: 108MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 20MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi Mi Note 10
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mi Note 10
- 5260 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Xiaomi Mi Note 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Xiaomi Mi Note 10 by 604.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $74. Xiaomi Mi Note 10 was $74 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (78/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Mi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 by 26 points (75/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Xiaomi Mi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Mi Note 10?
The Xiaomi Mi Note 10 leads on camera score (59/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Xiaomi Mi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Xiaomi Mi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.