Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 9S
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $561 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 39/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 517,460); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Note 9S
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $561
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 9S, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 47 points higher (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Note 9S — 38/100; 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 9S (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Note 9S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Note 9S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 9S by 600.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $361. Redmi Note 9S was $361 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (81/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 47 points (86/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.