Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $561 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4700); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,000,659); the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2000659
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $599
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 80/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Better portability (71/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 50/100; 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 S25 FE (97/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (89/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (71/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 2000659 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| 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 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 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 S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 81.1% 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 S25 FE (97/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (78/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (89/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (71/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users.