Redmi A5 vs Redmi K90
The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250, 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 36/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 32 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A5 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $401
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 40 points higher (76/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi A5 — 64/100, 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 32/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (58/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A5 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3126494 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1640x720 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 (Go Edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.7×77.8×8.3 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $90 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
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 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (58/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (72/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (60/100 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 40 points (76/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, 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 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 32/100).
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.