Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $561 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 71/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4900); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,897,821 vs 3,219,688); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3897821 vs 3219688
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9700
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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 is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (72/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3897821 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 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 S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S25+ by 21.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $438. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $438 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (89/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (72/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
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+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.