OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite vs Redmi K90
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $223 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 55/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 922,227).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
Redmi K90
What makes OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $223 vs $401
- Overall rating 55/100
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 922227
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 206g vs 208g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 21 points higher (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite — 66/100, 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 CE6 Lite (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite are nearly equal (72/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 922227 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $223 | $401 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite by 70.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $178. OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite was $178 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 76/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite are nearly equal (72/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite and the Redmi K90?
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.