ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 1,828,576); the Redmi K90 Ultra is thinner (8.2mm vs 10.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 better?
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 1828576
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 227g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 — 40/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100; 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (40/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1828576 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $420 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 7 by 43.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $579. Redmi K90 Ultra was $579 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (92/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (78/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (40/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 7 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.