Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $561 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 63/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,436,963).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $599
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 210g
- Overall rating 63/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (97/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 152.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $38. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $38 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (97/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (89/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 23 points (86/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
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 S23 FE is a better fit for active users.