Redmi 15 vs Redmi K90 Ultra

The Redmi 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $156 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 45/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 467,392); the Redmi 15 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15
Performance 33
Display 78
Camera 40
Battery 52
Portability 57
Value for money 64
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money
What makes Redmi 15 better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 195g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $156 vs $420

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1396
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 15 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 28 points higher (73/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (57/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi 15: The Redmi 15 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.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 15 Redmi K90 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 467392 3119308
Geekbench Single 466 3041
Geekbench Multi 1396 9494
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15, HyperOS 2.2 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 850 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g 227 g
Price $156 $420
Camera comparison
Redmi 15
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 13MP
40
camera
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 15
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 15
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 15 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 15 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
45/100
467392 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100 +85.0%
3119308 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi 15 by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 15
$156
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420

Price difference: $264. Redmi 15 is cheaper by $264.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (92/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (94/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (78/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (57/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 15 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi 15 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 15 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi 15 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.