Realme 16 Pro+ vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Realme 16 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $330 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 68/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,392,392); the Realme 16 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Realme 16 Pro+
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $420
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1392392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 66/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro+ vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 5 points higher (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro+ — 78/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro+ | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1392392 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $420 |
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 16 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme 16 Pro+
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 16 Pro+ and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Realme 16 Pro+ by 55.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $90. Realme 16 Pro+ was $90 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (92/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Realme 16 Pro+ by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 16 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 16 Pro+ leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro+ over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme 16 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.