Redmi K70 Pro vs Redmi K90
The Redmi K70 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $465 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 72/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,486,114).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70 Pro
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi K70 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2486114
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $465
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 Pro vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 4 points higher (76/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Redmi K70 Pro — 68/100, 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi K70 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 Pro | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2486114 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $465 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 Pro and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi K70 Pro by 19.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $64. Redmi K90 was $64 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 58/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi K70 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Redmi K70 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 Pro and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K70 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 Pro or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 Pro over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K70 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.