Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 5
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636; launch prices were $561 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 25/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 210g).
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 5
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 180g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $561
- Better portability (80/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 5, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 61 points higher (86/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 5 — 12/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (98/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (80/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | |
| AnTuTu | 4119955 | 282713 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 294 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 1083 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $200 |
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 5 by 1357.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $361. Redmi Note 5 was $361 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (98/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (89/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (80/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 5?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 61 points (86/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 5?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 5 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 5?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 5?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 5?
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 Note 5 is a better fit for everyday use.