Redmi K90 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 62/100 (a 24-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 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 210g
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (78/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (70/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $561 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 218.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (78/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (89/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (70/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 24 points (86/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
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 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.