Redmi 10 vs Redmi K90
The Redmi 10 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $179 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 37/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 365,001); the Redmi 10 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi 10 better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $401
- Better portability (61/100 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 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 10 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 39 points higher (76/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 10 — 40/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 10 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 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 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.5×8.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi 10
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 10
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 10 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi 10 by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $222. Redmi 10 was $222 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (82/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (58/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (72/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 39 points (76/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 10 and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi 10 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 10 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.