OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Redmi K90

The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $392 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 44/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,696,968).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 66
Design 50
Value for money 83
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
  • Cheaper: $392 vs $401

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (83/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1696968
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1398
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4313
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 21/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 24 points higher (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (69/100 vs 21/100). 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 CE5 (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).

OnePlus Nord CE5: The OnePlus Nord CE5 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 CE5 Redmi K90
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1696968 3088357
Geekbench Single 1398 3050
Geekbench Multi 4313 9300
Display 6.7" Fluid AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2412 2510x1156
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 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 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15, ColorOS 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1430 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65 IP68
Dimensions 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 206 g
Price $392 $401
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • 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 CE5
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
66
battery
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

We compared OnePlus Nord CE5 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OnePlus Nord CE5 MediaTek Dimensity 8350
44/100
1696968 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100 +45.1%
3088357 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads OnePlus Nord CE5 by 45.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord CE5
$392
Redmi K90
$401

Price difference: $9. OnePlus Nord CE5 is cheaper by $9.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (69/100 vs 21/100).

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 CE5 (53/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (71/100 vs 66/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Redmi K90?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Redmi K90?

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

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 21/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Redmi K90?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.