Xiaomi Redmi K90 Series
Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 9000 Dimensity 9500, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 SD 8 Elite, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 SD 8 Elite Gen 5Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-G1 Ultra MC12, Qualcomm Adreno 830, Qualcomm Adreno 840
Display: 6.59 inch, 6.83 inch, 6.90 inch
Weight: 0.206kg, 0.218kg, 0.227kg
Average of 1 scores (from 21 reviews)
Xiaomi Redmi K90 Pro Max
Specifications
Notebook: Xiaomi Redmi K90 Pro MaxProcessor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 SD 8 Elite Gen 5
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 840
Display: 6.90 inch, 19.5:9, 2608 x 1200 pixels
Weight: 0.218kg
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Reviews
Source: OI Spice Tech News

The Redmi K90 Pro Max, launched on October 23, 2025, is a powerful flagship that focuses on display quality and overall polish. It features a big 6.9-inch AMOLED screen with 1200 × 2608 resolution, 416 ppi, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid, and a massive 3500-nit peak brightness, making it excellent for outdoor use. The 120Hz refresh rate and 2560Hz PWM dimming help with smooth visuals and eye comfort. Xiaomi uses Dragon Crystal Glass on the front and an aluminum frame, giving the phone a durable and premium feel, while the IP68 rating adds strong water and dust protection. At 7.9 mm thickness and 218 g, it has a solid but manageable footprint, and comes in Black, White, Denim Blue, and Lamborghini White.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/23/2025
Source: Tech X Reviews

You know, sometimes a phone comes along that just makes you ask... why would you buy the more expensive one? ???? That's EXACTLY what's happening with the new Redmi K90 Pro Max. Redmi seriously went all out this year, and this phone might just be the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max that we never got. We're breaking down everything you need to know about this absolute beast of a device. Forget what you think you know about "budget" phones, because this one is playing in the big leagues.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/27/2025
Source: Tech X Reviews

I wonder if this Redmi K90 Pro Max is your cup of tea. In fact, the gap between it and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max isn’t that big. The relatively weaker imaging and the lack of a back screen are exchanged for top-tier external speakers and better cooling performance. If becoming a “Pro” means adding a back screen, then the Redmi K90 Pro Max might just be the missing 17 Max from Xiaomi’s main series.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/26/2025
Foreign Reviews
Source: Genk
VN→ENSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/15/2025
Source: Vat Vo Studio
VN→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/29/2025
Source: VNReview
VN→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/24/2025
Source: Tik Gadget
JA→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/06/2025
Xiaomi Redmi K90
Specifications
Notebook: Xiaomi Redmi K90Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 SD 8 Elite
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 830
Display: 6.59 inch, 19.5:9, 2510 x 1156 pixels
Weight: 0.206kg
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Source: Tech X Reviews

The mid-range phone market just got a massive wake-up call. The new OnePlus Ace 6T (globally launching as the OnePlus 15R) is putting up sales numbers that have genuinely shocked the tech community. In this video, we aren't just looking at specs on paper. We’ve brought back the Ace 6T to face off against its two biggest rivals: the iQOO Neo 11 and the Redmi K90 (Global: POCO F8 Pro).
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 12/20/2025
Source: Tech X Reviews

The mid-range smartphone market is officially out of control right now.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 12/14/2025
Source: OI Spice Tech News

The Redmi K90, announced and released on October 23, 2025, enters the market as a powerful upper-midrange phone with a flagship feel. It has a sturdy aluminum frame with a glass front and carries an IP68 rating, making it resistant to dust and water. The front is dominated by a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with a sharp 1156 × 2510 resolution, 419 ppi density, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and a super-bright 3500-nit peak. The 120Hz refresh rate and 2560Hz PWM dimming make the screen smooth and comfortable for long use. Available in Black, White, Blue, and Purple, the phone also includes reliable stereo speakers tuned by Bose, adding a premium touch to the multimedia experience. Performance is one of the K90’s strongest areas thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset built on a 3nm process.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/21/2025
Source: Tech X Reviews

So, for purchasing advice, this generation of the Redmi K90 is quite a big step up. Whether it’s the exterior design or the newly added telephoto lens, it will enhance the experience for existing K-series users. This is especially true for models from around the K70 generation. The battery in this new device has increased by a lot compared to before. The improvement in battery life after upgrading will be very significant.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/08/2025
Source: Tech X Reviews

The Redmi K-series just got a serious glow-up. The new Redmi K90 feels completely different in the hand, borrowing design cues from flagships and finally adding one of the most-requested features we've been waiting for. This isn't just another spec bump; it's a major evolution for one of the most popular mid-range phones out there. After spending some time with the Redmi K90, it’s clear Xiaomi is aiming for the top spot in the value-for-money category.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/08/2025
Foreign Reviews
Source: Genk
VN→ENSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/02/2025
Xiaomi Redmi K90 Max
Specifications
Notebook: Xiaomi Redmi K90 MaxProcessor: Mediatek Dimensity 9000 Dimensity 9500
Graphics Adapter: ARM Mali-G1 Ultra MC12
Display: 6.83 inch, 19.5:9, 2772 x 1280 pixels
Weight: 0.227kg
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Source: OI Spice Tech News

The Xiaomi Redmi K90 Max is built for speed and performance. It runs on the latest Android 16 with Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3, but the real star is the brand new MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/12/2026
Source: Igeekphone

Thermal performance further reinforces its gaming focus. During testing with demanding titles like Honkai: Star Rail, surface temperatures remained controlled, with peak readings under 40°C when the fan was active. Disabling the fan caused temperatures to rise quickly, highlighting how effective the cooling system really is. Battery life is another strong point. The massive 8550mAh battery supports long gaming sessions without frequent charging interruptions. In stress tests, the device delivered up to 18.5 hours of heavy usage, which is exceptional for a performance-focused phone. The addition of bypass charging also helps reduce heat during charging while gaming, extending battery health over time.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/27/2026
Foreign Reviews
Source: FPT shop
VN→ENSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/26/2026
Source: VNReview
VN→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/22/2026
Xiaomi Redmi K90 Ultra
Specifications
Notebook: Xiaomi Redmi K90 UltraProcessor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 SD 8 Elite
Graphics Adapter: Qualcomm Adreno 830
Display: 6.83 inch, 19.5:9, 2772 x 1280 pixels
Weight: 0.227kg
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Reviews
Source: Mobile Dokan

The Redmi K90 Ultra is definitely a gaming and high-performance enthusiast's dream phone that offers flagship-level performance at a pocket-friendly price. With the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, huge battery, in-built cooling fan, and amazing 165Hz show, it ticks all but a few of the boxes.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/22/2026
Rating: Total score: 87% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%
Source: Tech X Reviews

The Redmi K90 Ultra Edition’s price is yet to be announced at the launch event, but based on its features and performance, I would say that it’s a great value for money. Overall, the Redmi K90 Ultra Edition is a great device that offers impressive performance, cooling, and battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/17/2026
Source: OI Spice Tech News

The Xiaomi Redmi K90 Ultra is a true powerhouse, built for users who demand top-tier performance. It is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and runs on the new Android 16 with Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3, making everything from gaming to multitasking incredibly smooth. The phone has a premium, robust feel with a glass front and aluminum frame, and it is also incredibly durable with an IP68/IP69 rating, meaning it can survive dust, high-pressure water jets, and even immersion in water. It also comes with a generous amount of internal storage starting at 256GB, though there is no option to expand it via a microSD card. With all these premium features packed in, it is priced at about $630 (Rs 59,990 in India), offering incredible value for money.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/09/2026
Foreign Reviews
Source: FPT shop
VN→ENSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/30/2026
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Xiaomi:
Founded in 2010, Xiaomi Corporation is a Chinese multinational electronics company and produces consumer electronics and related products, including smartphones, televisions, fitness bands, power banks, headphones, smart devices and accessories. Xiaomi offers its products under the Mi, Redmi and POCO brands.
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
Qualcomm Adreno 840: Integrated graphics unit in the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC for smartphones with three slices at 1.2 GHz each. According to Qualcomm, 23% faster than the previous generation (Adreno 830).
Qualcomm Adreno 830: Integrated graphics unit in the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC for smartphones with three slices with 1.1 GHz each. Integrated 12 MB shared cache for the three slices. According to Qualcomm, 40% faster than the previous generation (Adreno 750).
ARM Mali-G1 Ultra MC12: High-end graphics chip for smartphones with 12 possible cores. Based on the "5th Gen" architecture (successor to Valhall) including Variable Rate Shading (VRS) and Ray Racing (2nd generation).
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8:
SD 8 Elite Gen 5: High-end SoC (System on a Chip) for smartphones which was introduced at the end of 2025. It integrates two fast Oryon Gen 3 Prime Cores with up to 4.6 GHz and 6 smaller Oryon Gen 3 Performance Cores with up to 3.62 GHz.
SD 8 Elite: High-end SoC (System on a Chip) for smartphones which was presented at the end of 2024. It integrates two fast Oryon Gen 2 Prime Cores with up to 4.32 GHz and 6 smaller Oryon Gen 2 Performance Cores with up to 3.53 GHz.
Mediatek Dimensity 9000:
Dimensity 9500: A flagship processor (SoC) for expensive Android phones and tablets. Uses three CPU clusters based on a fast ARM C1-Ultra core with up to 4.2 GHz, three C1-Premium cores with up to 3.5 GHz and four small C1-Pro cores with up to 2.7 GHz. Together, the cores have access to 16 MB L3 cache and 10 MB SLC. The chip can control memory via LPDDR5X-10667.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
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87%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.