Redmi K60 vs Redmi K90 Ultra

The Redmi K60 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $360 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 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,425,621); the Redmi K60 is noticeably lighter (212g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Redmi K60 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K60
Performance 71
Display 90
Camera 43
Battery 70
Portability 46
Value for money
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money
What makes Redmi K60 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 212g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $360 vs $420

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1425621
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 70/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K60 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 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi K60 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi K60: The Redmi K60 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.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K60 Redmi K90 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1425621 3119308
Geekbench Single 1761 3041
Geekbench Multi 4688 9494
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1280x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 67W 100W
Wireless charging 30W 0W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1400 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.8×75.4×8.6 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 212 g 227 g
Price $360 $420
Camera comparison
Redmi K60
  • Main: 64MP f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K60
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K60
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 30W
70
battery
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K60 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K60 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
65/100
1425621 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100 +54.3%
3119308 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi K60 by 54.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K60
$360
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420

Price difference: $60. Redmi K60 is cheaper by $60.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (92/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi K60 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K60 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Redmi K60 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K60 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K60 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K60 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K60 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K60 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K60 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Redmi K60 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.