Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 15
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $561 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 57/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5520); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 825,374); the Redmi Note 15 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 15
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 825374
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 15 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 178g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $561
- Better portability (79/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 15, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 15 — 68/100; 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 15 (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 15 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (79/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 825374 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5520 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 15
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 15 by 338.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $332. Redmi Note 15 was $332 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 15 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (78/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (89/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (79/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 by 29 points (86/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 15 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.