ASUS Zenfone 10 vs Redmi K90
The ASUS Zenfone 10 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 62/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,684,922); the ASUS Zenfone 10 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 10
Redmi K90
What makes ASUS Zenfone 10 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 172g vs 206g
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1684922
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $699
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 10 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 14 points higher (76/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 38/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 10 — 38/100, 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 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (72/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 10 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1684922 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.9" Super AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 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 | |
| Dimensions | 146.5×68.1×9.4 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $401 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 10 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads ASUS Zenfone 10 by 45.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $298. Redmi K90 was $298 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (58/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (72/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the ASUS Zenfone 10 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 10 and the Redmi K90?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 10 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 10 over the Redmi K90?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.