Redmi K50 Pro vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Redmi K50 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $472 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,484,077); the Redmi K50 Pro is noticeably lighter (201g vs 227g).
Redmi K50 Pro
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 201g vs 227g
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1484077
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $472
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparing the Redmi K50 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K50 Pro — 60/100, 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 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Pro (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi K50 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K50 Pro | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1484077 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×76.2×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $472 | $420 |
Redmi K50 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K50 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi K50 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K50 Pro and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi K50 Pro by 52.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $52. Redmi K90 Ultra was $52 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Pro (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi K50 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K50 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K50 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Redmi K50 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K50 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K50 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K50 Pro leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 Pro or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50 Pro over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K50 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.