Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $561 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 73/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4800); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,897,821 vs 3,382,020); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 7.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3897821 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $1999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 210g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (74/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3897821 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 15.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1438. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $1438 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (89/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (74/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
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 Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.