Redmi K90 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $561 and $700. 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 1,757,044); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $700
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Pro Max vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, 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 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 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 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (54/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3622315 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7560 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | — | |
| Launch price | $561 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Pro Max and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 106.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $139. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $139 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 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 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (89/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (54/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
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 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.