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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 38/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 15C 4G
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi 15C 4G better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 206g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 55/100)
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 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 15C 4G vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 38 points higher (76/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C 4G and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 15C 4G | 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 | 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 | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 15C 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi 15C 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 15C 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 15C 4G and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi 15C 4G by 88.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 15C 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C 4G and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G by 38 points (76/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C 4G and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi 15C 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 15C 4G or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 15C 4G over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.