Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Vivo S50
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $561 and $390. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 72/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,794,400).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Vivo S50
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $390 vs $561
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Vivo S50, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (86/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Vivo S50 — 74/100; 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 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Vivo S50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1794400 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $390 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Vivo S50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Vivo S50 by 101.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. Vivo S50 was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo S50 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo S50 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Vivo S50?
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 S50 is a better fit for active users.