Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $561 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 73/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 3,233,695); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 3233695
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Lighter: 210g vs 227g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7560 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $561
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100; 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 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi K90 Ultra by 12.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $141. Redmi K90 Ultra was $141 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.