Realme 16x vs Redmi K90
The Realme 16x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $299 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 45/100 (a 31-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 528,398); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 16x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16x
Redmi K90
What makes Realme 16x better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $401
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 206g vs 217g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16x vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 31 points higher (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Realme 16x — 28/100, 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 Realme 16x (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (55/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16x | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 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 | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.8 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 16x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16x and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Realme 16x by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $102. Realme 16x was $102 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (82/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 16x (55/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 16x by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16x and the Redmi K90?
The Realme 16x has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16x or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16x over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.