Redmi K90 Ultra vs Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 49/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 531,656); the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10 Pro Max better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 227g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 24 points higher (73/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Redmi Note 10 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 531656 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 752 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1819 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, MIUI 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.5×76.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi Note 10 Pro Max by 508.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (92/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max by 24 points (73/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 10 Pro Max leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.