Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $561 and $799. 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 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3900); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 210g
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, 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 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100; 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 (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (83/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 118.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $238. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $238 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (89/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (83/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 by 20 points (86/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
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 is a better fit for active users.