Redmi K90 Max vs ZTE Axon 41 5G

The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 41 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 56/100 (a 18-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 (3,803,420 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 41 5G is noticeably lighter (203g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 41 5G — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money
ZTE Axon 41 5G
Performance 61
Display 67
Camera 51
Battery 52
Portability 41
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1010069
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1298
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3520
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 61/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 5G better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 203g vs 227g

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the ZTE Axon 41 5G, the Redmi K90 Max scores 18 points higher (74/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (51/100 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 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.

Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
ZTE Axon 41 5G: The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Max ZTE Axon 41 5G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
AnTuTu 3803420 1010069
Geekbench Single 3228 1298
Geekbench Multi 9553 3520
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" Amoled
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 165 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 44 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm
Weight 227 g 203 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 44MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 6.7" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
ZTE Axon 41 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Max and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100
3803420 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 41 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
56/100 -276.6%
1010069 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads ZTE Axon 41 5G by 276.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Max
$504
ZTE Axon 41 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (95/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (94/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (78/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 41 5G — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 56/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The ZTE Axon 41 5G leads on camera score (51/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?

The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.