Redmi K30 Pro vs Redmi K90 Ultra

The Redmi K30 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $425 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 53/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 976,177).

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro by 20 points (73/100 vs 53/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K30 Pro
Performance 60
Display 56
Camera 48
Battery 47
Portability 41
Value for money 42
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money 82
What makes Redmi K30 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 218g vs 227g

  • Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (41/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 976177
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1168
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3431
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $425

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 60/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K30 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 20 points higher (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K30 Pro leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Redmi K30 Pro — 42/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K30 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (78/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K30 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi K30 Pro: The Redmi K30 Pro is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K30 Pro Redmi K90 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 976177 3233695
Geekbench Single 1168 3041
Geekbench Multi 3431 9494
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1280x2772
Refresh rate 60 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 10 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 218 g 227 g
Launch price $425 $420
Camera comparison
Redmi K30 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
48
camera
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K30 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
56
display
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K30 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
47
battery
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K30 Pro and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K30 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
53/100
976177 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100 +69.8%
3233695 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi K30 Pro by 69.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K30 Pro
$425
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420

Launch price difference: $5. Redmi K90 Ultra was $5 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (92/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (94/100 vs 56/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K30 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro (78/100 vs 47/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K30 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K30 Pro by 20 points (73/100 vs 53/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K30 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K30 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K30 Pro leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K30 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K30 Pro over the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K30 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.