Redmi K90 Max vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 54/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4200); 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 ZTE Axon 30S is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
ZTE Axon 30S
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 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 55W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 227g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Redmi K90 Max scores 21 points higher (75/100 vs 54/100). 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 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 55W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads ZTE Axon 30S by 272.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 30S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (96/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (78/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (67/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S by 21 points (75/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The ZTE Axon 30S leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.