OnePlus 8 vs Redmi K90

The OnePlus 8 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 50/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,086,235 vs 1,003,562); the OnePlus 8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 by 26 points (76/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 8
Performance 60
Display 68
Camera 37
Battery 30
Portability 72
Value for money 12
Redmi K90
Performance 92
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 90
What makes OnePlus 8 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 206g

  • Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3086235 vs 1003562
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1168
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3431
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $699

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus 8 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 26 points higher (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 30/100). Value score: OnePlus 8 — 12/100, Redmi K90 — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus 8 (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (72/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (72/100 vs 55/100).

OnePlus 8: The OnePlus 8 is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus 8 Redmi K90
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1003562 3086235
Geekbench Single 1168 3041
Geekbench Multi 3431 9494
Display 6.5" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2510x1156
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 30W 100W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 16 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 10 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 160.2×72.9×8.0 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 180 g 206 g
Launch price $699 $401
Camera comparison
OnePlus 8
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus 8
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
68
display
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus 8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared OnePlus 8 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OnePlus 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
50/100
1003562 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100 +67.5%
3086235 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads OnePlus 8 by 67.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OnePlus 8
$699
Redmi K90
$401

Launch price difference: $298. Redmi K90 was $298 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (92/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus 8 (58/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 (72/100 vs 30/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (72/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 8 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 by 26 points (76/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus 8 and the Redmi K90?

The OnePlus 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 8 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 8 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus 8 over the Redmi K90?

The OnePlus 8 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.