Redmi K90 Max vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 70/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,294,871); the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is noticeably lighter (204g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 204g vs 227g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Max scores 5 points higher (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 190.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (96/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.