HMD Vibe 2 Pro vs Redmi K90
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $180 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 48/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,494 vs 528,398); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
Redmi K90
What makes HMD Vibe 2 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 197g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $401
- Better portability (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126494 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Vibe 2 Pro vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 28 points higher (76/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). Value score: HMD Vibe 2 Pro — 62/100, 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 HMD Vibe 2 Pro (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Vibe 2 Pro | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3126494 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $401 |
Camera comparison
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Vibe 2 Pro and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads HMD Vibe 2 Pro by 83.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $221. HMD Vibe 2 Pro was $221 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (58/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the HMD Vibe 2 Pro by 28 points (76/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Vibe 2 Pro and the Redmi K90?
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the HMD Vibe 2 Pro over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.