Redmi K90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4; launch prices were $561 and $415. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 73/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,375,195); the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro is noticeably lighter (181g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2375195
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6649
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 81/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $415 vs $561
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (75/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (86/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro — 72/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (97/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (75/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 2375195 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2072 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6649 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1236x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 157.1×73.2×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 181 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | $415 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1236x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro by 52.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $146. Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro was $146 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (97/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 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 is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (89/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (75/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 66/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi Civi 5 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 Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.