Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 15
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $561 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 82/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5240); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,914,100); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Xiaomi 15
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2914100
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3092
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9147
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5240 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $635
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 77/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 210g
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 15, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 4 points higher (86/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Xiaomi 15 — 78/100; 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 147 | |
| 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 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 15 by 24.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $74. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $74 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 15 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 15?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.