Realme Note 50 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Realme Note 50 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T612, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $100 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 25/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Note 50 doesn't; the Realme Note 50 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Note 50
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes Realme Note 50 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $420
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Note 50 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 48 points higher (73/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Realme Note 50 — 38/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Note 50 (92/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Note 50 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Note 50 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Note 50 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Note 50 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Note 50 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T612 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1250 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI T | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.7×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Realme Note 50
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme Note 50
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Note 50
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $320. Realme Note 50 was $320 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Note 50 (92/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Note 50 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme Note 50 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Note 50 (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Note 50 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Note 50 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme Note 50 by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Note 50 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Realme Note 50 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Note 50 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Note 50 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme Note 50 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.