Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880; launch prices were $561 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 18/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 210g).
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Lighter: 157g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $561
- Better portability (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 68 points higher (86/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 0/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (98/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (89/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (84/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 7880 | |
| AnTuTu | 4119955 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 175 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 760 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 146.1×71.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 157 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $380 |
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $181. Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 was $181 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (98/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (81/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (78/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (89/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (84/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 by 68 points (86/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is a better fit for everyday use.