Realme 16 Pro+ vs Redmi K90
The Realme 16 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $330 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 68/100 (a 8-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 1,392,392).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16 Pro+
Redmi K90
What makes Realme 16 Pro+ better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $401
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1392392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 66/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro+ vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 8 points higher (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Realme 16 Pro+ — 72/100, 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 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Realme 16 Pro+ are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro+ | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1392392 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 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 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16 Pro+
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16 Pro+ and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Realme 16 Pro+ by 54.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. Realme 16 Pro+ was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 16 Pro+ (91/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Realme 16 Pro+ are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 Pro+ is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Realme 16 Pro+ by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro+ and the Redmi K90?
The Realme 16 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16 Pro+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro+ over the Redmi K90?
The Realme 16 Pro+ is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.