Redmi K70 vs Redmi K90
The Redmi K70 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $320 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 64/100 (a 12-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 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi K70 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $401
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 209g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 64/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 12 points higher (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Redmi K70 — 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 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (58/100 vs 35/100). 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 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 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 | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 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 | $320 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70
- 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
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi K70 by 42.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $81. Redmi K70 was $81 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 (58/100 vs 35/100).
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 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Redmi K70 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K70 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K70 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.