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 — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-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 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 41 5G is noticeably lighter (203g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
ZTE Axon 41 5G
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 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 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 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 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 (96/100 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.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | ZTE Axon 41 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads ZTE Axon 41 5G by 272.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 41 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (96/100 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 19 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 75/100, 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 (96/100 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.