Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $561 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 63/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 953,150).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Vivo Y500 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $561
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Vivo Y500 Pro — 82/100; 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 Vivo Y500 Pro (97/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 210 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Vivo Y500 Pro by 280.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $341. Vivo Y500 Pro was $341 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (97/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro by 23 points (86/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
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 Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.