Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $561 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 86/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 7560); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 3,622,315).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Lighter: 210g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $840
- Better portability (54/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 3622315
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 11047
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 7560 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 3 points higher (89/100 vs 86/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 16 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 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 Vivo iQOO 16 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 8400 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi K90 Pro Max by 34.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 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 Vivo iQOO 16 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 edges out the Redmi K90 Pro Max by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO 16?
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 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.