OnePlus 15R vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The OnePlus 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 72/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7400); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 3,039,097).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15R
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes OnePlus 15R better?
- Lighter: 213g vs 227g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 3039097
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $599
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15R vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 1 points higher (73/100 vs 72/100). Value score: OnePlus 15R — 58/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100; 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 Ultra and the OnePlus 15R are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15R and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15R is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15R | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3039097 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7400 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $420 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15R
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15R
- 7400 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:57 hrs, total 38:56 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15R and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads OnePlus 15R by 6.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Redmi K90 Ultra was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the OnePlus 15R are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15R and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15R is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15R or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the OnePlus 15R by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15R and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The OnePlus 15R has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Should you choose the OnePlus 15R over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The OnePlus 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.