Redmi K90 Pro Max vs TCL K70
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo; launch prices were $561 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5200); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 575,630); the TCL K70 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
TCL K70
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $561
- Better portability (62/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the TCL K70, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, TCL K70 — 60/100; 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 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (97/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL K70 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 is a bit better (62/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | TCL K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
TCL K70
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and TCL K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads TCL K70 by 529.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $412. TCL K70 was $412 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (97/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL K70 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (89/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 is a bit better (62/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the TCL K70?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the TCL K70?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the TCL K70 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the TCL K70?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the TCL K70?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the TCL K70?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.