Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Vivo Y500
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $561 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 56/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 has the bigger battery (8100 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Vivo Y500
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
- Bigger battery: 8100 vs 7560 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $561
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y500, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Vivo Y500 — 46/100; 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 "display" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $345 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $216. Vivo Y500 was $216 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (89/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 by 30 points (86/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.