Nubia Z70 Ultra vs Redmi K90

The Nubia Z70 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $729 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z70 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 76/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6150); the Nubia Z70 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 3,077,585); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).

The Nubia Z70 Ultra edges out the Redmi K90 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Nubia Z70 Ultra

Performance 91
Display 92
Camera 79
Battery 64
Portability 36
Value for money 74

Redmi K90

Performance 91
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 80

What makes Nubia Z70 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 3077585
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (79/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better display (92/100 vs 82/100)

What makes Redmi K90 better?

  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6150 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 227g
  • Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $729

  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 36/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nubia Z70 Ultra vs the Redmi K90, the Nubia Z70 Ultra scores 4 points higher (80/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z70 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Nubia Z70 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, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Nubia Z70 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z70 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (79/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Nubia Z70 Ultra (55/100 vs 36/100).

Nubia Z70 Ultra: The Nubia Z70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Nubia Z70 Ultra Redmi K90
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3126402 3077585
Geekbench Single 3013 3013
Geekbench Multi 9287 9287
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2668x1216 2510x1156
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6150 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 164.3×77.1×8.6 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 227 g 206 g
Launch price $729 $401

Camera comparison

Nubia Z70 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.59
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
79
camera

Redmi K90

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera

Display comparison

Nubia Z70 Ultra

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2668x1216
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
92
display

Redmi K90

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Battery and charging

Nubia Z70 Ultra

  • 6150 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 8:27 hrs, total 20:13 hrs
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery

Redmi K90

  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Nubia Z70 Ultra and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nubia Z70 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
80/100
3126402 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100 -1.6%
3077585 AnTuTu

Nubia Z70 Ultra leads Redmi K90 by 1.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Nubia Z70 Ultra

$729

Redmi K90

$401

Launch price difference: $328. Redmi K90 was $328 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Z70 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z70 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (79/100 vs 58/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Nubia Z70 Ultra (55/100 vs 36/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Nubia Z70 Ultra or the Redmi K90?

The Nubia Z70 Ultra edges out the Redmi K90 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nubia Z70 Ultra and the Redmi K90?

The Nubia Z70 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nubia Z70 Ultra or the Redmi K90?

The Nubia Z70 Ultra leads on camera score (79/100 vs 58/100).

Should you choose the Nubia Z70 Ultra over the Redmi K90?

The Nubia Z70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.