Nokia 8.1 vs Redmi K90
The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $449 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 27/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 417,439); the Nokia 8.1 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Redmi K90
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 206g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 417439
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 431
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1320
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $449
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 49 points higher (76/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8.1 — 0/100, 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 Nokia 8.1 (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (58/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8.1 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 417439 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 431 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1320 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2246x1080 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2246x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
- 3500 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8.1 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Nokia 8.1 by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $48. Redmi K90 was $48 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (82/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (58/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (72/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 49 points (76/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Redmi K90?
The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.