Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (2026) runs on the Exynos 1610; launch prices were $561 and $325. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A18 4G better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $325 vs $561
- Better portability (65/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy A18 4G — 28/100; 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 "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A18 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Exynos 1610 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $325 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A18 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $236. Samsung Galaxy A18 4G was $236 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G (89/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A18 4G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.