Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $561 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 66/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,112,047).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Redmi Turbo 5
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2112047
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $561
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100; 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 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (89/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 2112047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Redmi Turbo 5 by 71.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $311. Redmi Turbo 5 was $311 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (97/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (89/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 by 20 points (86/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Redmi Turbo 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 Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.