Realme V23i vs Redmi K90
The Realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 35/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 515,647); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V23i doesn't; the Realme V23i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme V23i
Redmi K90
What makes Realme V23i better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 206g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme V23i vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 41 points higher (76/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme V23i (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme V23i | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCD IPS | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme V23i and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Realme V23i by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme V23i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (82/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Realme V23i (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme V23i or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Realme V23i by 41 points (76/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V23i and the Redmi K90?
The Realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V23i or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme V23i or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme V23i over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.