Realme 8 vs Redmi K90
The Realme 8 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 50/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 535,127); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8 doesn't; the Realme 8 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 8
Redmi K90
What makes Realme 8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 206g
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 8 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 26 points higher (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 8 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 8 (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 8 (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 8 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×73.9×8.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Realme 8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 8
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 8 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Realme 8 by 82.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 8
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 8 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 8 (58/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme 8 (72/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme 8 by 26 points (76/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 8 and the Redmi K90?
The Realme 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme 8 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.