Redmi K90 Max vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $504 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,757,044); the Redmi K90 Max is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $700
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Max scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Max — 72/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | — | |
| Launch price | $504 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 114.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $196. Redmi K90 Max was $196 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (78/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max edges out the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.