Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 vs Redmi K90
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $420 and $401. Both devices score the same overall rating of 76/100. Key differences: the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (3,377,066 vs 3,077,585); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
Redmi K90
What makes Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3377066 vs 3077585
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 206g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $420
- Better camera (58/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 and the Redmi K90 received the same MobileRank rating — 76/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads (86/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 78/100, 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 Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (86/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (55/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3377066 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads Redmi K90 by 9.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Redmi K90 was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (58/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (86/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (55/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 or the Redmi K90?
Both devices scored 76/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (92/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 and the Redmi K90?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 over the Redmi K90?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.