Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Vivo Y21e
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y21e (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 30/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 424,216); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y21e doesn't; the Vivo Y21e is noticeably lighter (182g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Vivo Y21e
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo Y21e better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 210g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y21e, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 56 points higher (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (70/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Vivo Y21e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 424216 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 412 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1423 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 164.3×76.1×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 182 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y21e
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21e
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y21e
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Vivo Y21e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Vivo Y21e by 753.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo Y21e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (97/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (81/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y21e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (70/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21e by 56 points (86/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo Y21e — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Vivo Y21e?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.