Infinix Hot 20S vs Redmi K90
The Infinix Hot 20S (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 42/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 493,222); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 20S doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 20S
Redmi K90
What makes Infinix Hot 20S better?
- Lighter: 202g vs 206g
- Overall rating 42/100
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 20S vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 34 points higher (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Infinix Hot 20S are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 20S | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.7×76.8×8.5 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 20S
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 20S
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 20S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 20S and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Infinix Hot 20S by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Hot 20S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (72/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Infinix Hot 20S are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 20S and the Redmi K90?
The Infinix Hot 20S has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 20S over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.