Lava Bold N1 Pro vs Redmi K90
The Lava Bold N1 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $79 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 36/100 (a 40-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 333,647); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Bold N1 Pro doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N1 Pro
Redmi K90
What makes Lava Bold N1 Pro better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $79 vs $401
- Overall rating 36/100
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N1 Pro vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 40 points higher (76/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 27/100). 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). Value score: Lava Bold N1 Pro — 68/100, 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 Lava Bold N1 Pro (91/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N1 Pro | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×77.2×8.4 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $79 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N1 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N1 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N1 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold N1 Pro and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Lava Bold N1 Pro by 89.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $322. Lava Bold N1 Pro was $322 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (91/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro (72/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N1 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 Pro by 40 points (76/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N1 Pro and the Redmi K90?
The Lava Bold N1 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N1 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N1 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N1 Pro over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.