Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 73/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 3,233,695).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Overall rating 73/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 3233695
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 9287
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | — | |
| Launch price | $420 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Redmi K90 Ultra by 33.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.