Redmi A5 vs Redmi K90
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $90 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 25/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 193,858).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $401
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
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
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- 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 66/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 51 points higher (76/100 vs 25/100). 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). Value score: Redmi A5 — 42/100, 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 A5 (91/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (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 A5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A5 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi A5 by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $311. Redmi A5 was $311 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (91/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (82/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (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 A5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 51 points (76/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.