Redmi 10 vs Redmi K90 Ultra

The Redmi 10 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $179 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 37/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 362,744); the Redmi 10 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 36 points (73/100 vs 37/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10
Performance 29
Display 54
Camera 33
Battery 43
Portability 61
Value for money 42
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money 82
What makes Redmi 10 better?
  • Lighter: 181g vs 227g
  • Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $420

  • Better portability (61/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1375
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 10 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 36 points higher (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 10 — 42/100, 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 Redmi 10 (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi 10 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi 10: The Redmi 10 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 10 Redmi K90 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G88 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 362744 3233695
Geekbench Single 430 3041
Geekbench Multi 1375 9494
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1280x2772
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.0×75.5×8.9 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 181 g 227 g
Launch price $179 $420
Camera comparison
Redmi 10
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
33
camera
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 10
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 10 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 10 MediaTek Helio G88
37/100
362744 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100 +88.8%
3233695 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi 10 by 88.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 10
$179
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420

Launch price difference: $241. Redmi 10 was $241 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (92/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (94/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi 10 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (78/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (61/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 36 points (73/100 vs 37/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 10 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi 10 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 10 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi 10 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.