Redmi 14C vs Redmi K90
The Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 31/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5160); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi 14C better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $401
- Overall rating 31/100
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 14C vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 45 points higher (76/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi 14C — 44/100, 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 14C (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (58/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 14C | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 14C and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi 14C by 88.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $281. Redmi 14C was $281 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (82/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (58/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (72/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C by 45 points (76/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 14C and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi 14C has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 14C or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 14C over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.