Infinix S5 lite vs Redmi K90
The Infinix S5 lite (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 22/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 177,554); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix S5 lite doesn't; the Infinix S5 lite is noticeably lighter (178g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix S5 lite
Redmi K90
What makes Infinix S5 lite better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 206g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix S5 lite vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 54 points higher (76/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (82/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (58/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (72/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix S5 lite | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); XOS 5.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.0×7.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Infinix S5 lite
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix S5 lite
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix S5 lite
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix S5 lite and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Infinix S5 lite by 94.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix S5 lite
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (91/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (82/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (58/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite (72/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix S5 lite or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 lite by 54 points (76/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix S5 lite and the Redmi K90?
The Infinix S5 lite has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix S5 lite or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix S5 lite or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix S5 lite over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.