OnePlus 15R vs Redmi K90
The OnePlus 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $599 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 72/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15R has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 3,039,097).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15R
Redmi K90
What makes OnePlus 15R better?
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 7100 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 3039097
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9119
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 206g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15R vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 4 points higher (76/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 40/100). Value score: OnePlus 15R — 58/100, 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 and the OnePlus 15R are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15R (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus 15R are nearly equal (72/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15R | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3039097 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7400 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $401 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15R
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 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
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15R and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads OnePlus 15R by 1.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $198. Redmi K90 was $198 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus 15R are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15R (58/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus 15R are nearly equal (72/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15R or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the OnePlus 15R by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15R and the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus 15R has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15R or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15R over the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.