Redmi K90 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,010,069); the ZTE Axon 30S is noticeably lighter (189g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 30S
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 55W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 210g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads ZTE Axon 30S by 258.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 30S
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (97/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (89/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 30S is a bit better (67/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.