Redmi A2+ vs Redmi K90 Ultra

The Redmi A2+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $85 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 22/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 195,539); the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A2+ doesn't; the Redmi A2+ is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ by 51 points (73/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A2+
Performance 11
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 52
Portability 52
Value for money
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money
What makes Redmi A2+ better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $85 vs $420

  • Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 781
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 11/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A2+ vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 51 points higher (73/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 10/100). 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 A2+ (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A2+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi A2+: The Redmi A2+ 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 A2+ Redmi K90 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 195539 3119308
Geekbench Single 189 3041
Geekbench Multi 781 9494
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772
Refresh rate 60 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 8 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 20 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 192 g 227 g
Price $85 $420
Camera comparison
Redmi A2+
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A2+
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A2+
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi A2+ and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi A2+ MediaTek Helio G36
22/100
195539 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100 +93.7%
3119308 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi A2+ by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A2+
$85
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420

Price difference: $335. Redmi A2+ is cheaper by $335.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ (92/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ (94/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (37/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (78/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi A2+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A2+ or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ by 51 points (73/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi A2+ and the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi A2+ has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A2+ or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi A2+ or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A2+ over the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi A2+ 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.