Realme C55 vs Redmi K90
The Realme C55 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 39/100 (a 37-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 365,001); the Realme C55 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C55
Redmi K90
What makes Realme C55 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 206g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C55 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 37 points higher (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme C55 (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme C55 (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme C55 (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C55 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C55 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 680 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×75.9×7.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Realme C55
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme C55
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C55 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Realme C55 by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme C55
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme C55 (82/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme C55 (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme C55 (72/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C55 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C55 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme C55 by 37 points (76/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C55 and the Redmi K90?
The Realme C55 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C55 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C55 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme C55 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.