Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A52
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $561 and $400. 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 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A52
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 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $561
- Better portability (61/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A52, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). 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 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy A52 — 20/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A52 (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A52 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A52, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 600.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $161. Samsung Galaxy A52 was $161 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (78/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (89/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A52 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A52?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.