Redmi K90 Ultra vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $420 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 71/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8550); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 2,726,802).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 2726802
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 89/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8550 mAh
- Lighter: 219g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $420
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; 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 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi Turbo 5 Max by 18.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $120. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $120 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Redmi Turbo 5 Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.