Redmi A1+ vs Redmi K90
The Redmi A1+ (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $80 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 24/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 155,362); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A1+ doesn't; the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1+
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi A1+ better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $401
- Overall rating 24/100
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A1+ vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 52 points higher (76/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Redmi A1+ — 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 A1+ (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi A1+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A1+ | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $80 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A1+
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi A1+
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A1+
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A1+ and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi A1+ by 95.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $321. Redmi A1+ was $321 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (91/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (82/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi A1+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ by 52 points (76/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A1+ and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi A1+ has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A1+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A1+ over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.