OnePlus Nord CE4 vs Redmi K90
The OnePlus Nord CE4 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $300 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 57/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,051,702); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the OnePlus Nord CE4 doesn't; the OnePlus Nord CE4 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE4
Redmi K90
What makes OnePlus Nord CE4 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $401
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1051702
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE4 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 19 points higher (76/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 35/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE4 — 52/100, 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 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus Nord CE4 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 (58/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE4 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE4 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1051702 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, ColorOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×75.3×8.4 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $401 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE4
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE4
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE4
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE4 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads OnePlus Nord CE4 by 65.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $101. OnePlus Nord CE4 was $101 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 (91/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus Nord CE4 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE4 (58/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE4 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE4 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord CE4 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE4 and the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus Nord CE4 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE4 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE4 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE4 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.