OnePlus Nord 5 vs Redmi K90
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $385 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 67/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6800); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,848,224).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Redmi K90
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $401
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 206g vs 211g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 9 points higher (76/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 44/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $401 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 39.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $16. OnePlus Nord 5 was $16 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus Nord 5 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the OnePlus Nord 5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.