Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845; launch prices were $561 and $649. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 31/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 2870); the main camera is 50 MP vs 19 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 595,284); the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is noticeably lighter (168g vs 210g).
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 595284
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 563
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2006
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 2870 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $649
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 49/100)
- Lighter: 168g vs 210g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 55 points higher (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact — 0/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (81/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (89/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 845 | |
| AnTuTu | 4119955 | 595284 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 563 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 2006 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2160 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 2870 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 19 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 135.0×65.0×12.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $649 |
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- Main: 19MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
- 2870 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact by 592.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $88. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $88 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (81/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (89/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact by 55 points (86/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a better fit for everyday use.