Lava Play Ultra vs Redmi K90
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $175 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 53/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Redmi K90
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $401
- Better portability (71/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 23 points higher (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, 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 Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (71/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 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 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Lava Play Ultra by 71.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $226. Lava Play Ultra was $226 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (58/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (71/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 23 points (76/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Redmi K90?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.