ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs Redmi K90
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1099 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,313,311); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 8
Redmi K90
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2313311
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 206g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $1099
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 8 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 8 — 52/100, Redmi K90 — 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (55/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 8 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2313311 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $401 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 8 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 by 24.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $698. Redmi K90 was $698 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (55/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 8 and the Redmi K90?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 8 over the Redmi K90?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.