ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL vs Redmi K90
The ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $399 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 21/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 215,323); the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL is noticeably lighter (165g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
Redmi K90
What makes ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $401
- Better portability (83/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 215323
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 181
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 960
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 15/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 55 points higher (76/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 15/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 12/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (91/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (82/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (58/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (83/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 215323 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 181 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 960 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1.1 Nougat | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.4×75.2×7.7 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $401 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL by 93.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2. ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL was $2 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (91/100 vs 15/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (82/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (58/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL (72/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (83/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL by 55 points (76/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL and the Redmi K90?
The ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 15/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 4 ZE554KL over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.