Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $561 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 88/100 vs 86/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,897,821).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 210g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $599
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3897821
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 2 points higher (88/100 vs 86/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 90/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 98/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (99/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3897821 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi K90 Pro Max by 1.3% 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, both devices are on the same level — 98/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (99/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 edges out the Redmi K90 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 88/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.