Redmi A2+ vs Redmi K90
The Redmi A2+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $85 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 21/100 (a 55-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 193,858); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A2+ doesn't; the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A2+
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi A2+ better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $85 vs $401
- Overall rating 21/100
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A2+ vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 55 points higher (76/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi A2+ — 36/100, 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 A2+ (91/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi A2+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A2+ | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 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 / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI | 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 | $85 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A2+
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi A2+
- 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 A2+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A2+ and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi A2+ by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $316. Redmi A2+ was $316 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ (91/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ (82/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (72/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi A2+ are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A2+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ by 55 points (76/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A2+ and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi A2+ has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A2+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A2+ or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A2+ over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.