ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The ASUS Zenfone 10 (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 $699 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 62/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4300); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 1,684,922); the ASUS Zenfone 10 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 10
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes ASUS Zenfone 10 better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 227g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 1684922
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $699
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 10 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 11 points higher (73/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 38/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 10 — 38/100, 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 Zenfone 10 (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (78/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1684922 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ZenUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $420 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 10 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads ASUS Zenfone 10 by 47.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Redmi K90 Ultra was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (92/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (78/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the ASUS Zenfone 10 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 10 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 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.