Realme C71 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Realme C71 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $146 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 42/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Realme C71 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 227g).
Realme C71
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Lighter: 196g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $146 vs $420
- Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C71 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 31 points higher (73/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Realme C71 — 60/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (64/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Realme C71 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 725 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $146 | $420 |
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $274. Realme C71 was $274 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (92/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (64/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Realme C71 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 31 points (73/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C71 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme C71 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C71 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C71 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C71 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme C71 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.