Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 10S
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95; launch prices were $561 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 535,127); the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 10S
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $561
- Better portability (68/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 10S, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 10S — 40/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 10S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G95 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 535127 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 672 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1908 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 10S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 10S by 576.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $311. Redmi Note 10S was $311 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (97/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (81/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (89/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 10S — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.