Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 8T
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 8T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; launch prices were $561 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 28/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 329,457); the Redmi Note 8T is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 8T
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $561
- Better portability (59/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 8T, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 58 points higher (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 8T — 18/100; 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 8T (98/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8T is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 8T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 4119955 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $200 |
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 8T
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8T
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 8T
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 8T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 8T by 1150.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $361. Redmi Note 8T was $361 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (98/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (89/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8T is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 8T?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 8T — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 8T?
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 8T is a better fit for everyday use.