Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3

Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 5/100 (a 79-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 79 points (84/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Performance 94
Display 100
Camera 74
Battery 82
Design 37
Value for money 71
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?

  • Higher performance (94/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (74/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (71/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 79 points higher (84/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (71/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90 Pro Max: The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Pro Max Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 4119955
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.9" OLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2608x1200 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7560 mAh
Charging 100W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP
RAM 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm
Weight 210 g
Price $561
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
74
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 6.9" OLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Pro Max
$561
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (94/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (74/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (71/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 79 points (84/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.