Redmi 15C 4G vs Redmi K90

The Redmi 15C 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $103 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 32/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 358,383).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G by 36 points (68/100 vs 32/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 48
Design 43
Value for money 100
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
What makes Redmi 15C 4G better?
  • Lighter: 205g vs 206g
  • Cheaper: $103 vs $401

  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 1416
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 15C 4G vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 36 points higher (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C 4G leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (53/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 15C 4G and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (100/100 vs 82/100).

Redmi 15C 4G: The Redmi 15C 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 15C 4G Redmi K90
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 358383 3088357
Geekbench Single 432 3050
Geekbench Multi 1416 9300
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 2510x1156
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15, HyperOS 2 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP68
Dimensions 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 205 g 206 g
Price $103 $401
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 15C 4G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 15C 4G and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 15C 4G MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
32/100
358383 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100 +88.4%
3088357 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Redmi 15C 4G by 88.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 15C 4G
$103
Redmi K90
$401

Price difference: $298. Redmi 15C 4G is cheaper by $298.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (69/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (53/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (71/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 15C 4G and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (100/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G by 36 points (68/100 vs 32/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 15C 4G and the Redmi K90?

The Redmi 15C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 15C 4G over the Redmi K90?

The Redmi 15C 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.