Realme 14 vs Redmi K90

The Realme 14 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $229 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 36/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 969,048); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 14 doesn't; the Realme 14 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 by 32 points (68/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 14
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 63
Value for money 94
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
What makes Realme 14 better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 206g
  • Cheaper: $229 vs $401

  • Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 969048
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1071
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 3057
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 4/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 14 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 32 points higher (68/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 4/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 14 leads (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 (69/100 vs 4/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 14 (53/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 14 (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 14 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (63/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 14 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).

Realme 14: The Realme 14 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 Realme 14 Redmi K90
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 969048 3088357
Geekbench Single 1071 3050
Geekbench Multi 3057 9300
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2510x1156
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 163.1×75.7×8.0 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 189 g 206 g
Price $229 $401
Camera comparison
Realme 14
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Realme 14
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme 14
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 14 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 14 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4
36/100
969048 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100 +68.6%
3088357 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Realme 14 by 68.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme 14
$229
Redmi K90
$401

Price difference: $172. Realme 14 is cheaper by $172.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 (69/100 vs 4/100).

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 Realme 14 (53/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 14 (71/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme 14 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (63/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 14 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 14 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 14 by 32 points (68/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Realme 14 and the Redmi K90?

The Realme 14 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 14 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme 14 or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 4/100).

Should you choose the Realme 14 over the Redmi K90?

The Realme 14 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.