OnePlus Nord 3 vs Redmi K90

The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $339 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 43/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,542,660).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 by 25 points (68/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 3
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 51
Design 58
Value for money 86
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 206g
  • Cheaper: $339 vs $401

  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1542660
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1693
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4384
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 25 points higher (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (69/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).

OnePlus Nord 3: The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Nord 3 Redmi K90
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1542660 3088357
Geekbench Single 1693 3050
Geekbench Multi 4384 9300
Display 6.7" Fluid AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1240x2772 2510x1156
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1450 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 193 g 206 g
Price $339 $401
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1240x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

We compared OnePlus Nord 3 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OnePlus Nord 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
43/100
1542660 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100 +50.0%
3088357 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads OnePlus Nord 3 by 50.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord 3
$339
Redmi K90
$401

Price difference: $62. OnePlus Nord 3 is cheaper by $62.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (69/100 vs 22/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (53/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (71/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (58/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 by 25 points (68/100 vs 43/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Redmi K90?

The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 22/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Redmi K90?

The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.