Redmi K80 Ultra vs Redmi K90

The Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $350 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 60/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 2,876,004).

The Redmi K90 edges out the Redmi K80 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Ultra
Performance 61
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 26
Value for money 86
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 7410 vs 7100 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $350 vs $401

  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 2876004
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2729
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 8430
  • Lighter: 206g vs 219g

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K80 Ultra vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 8 points higher (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (53/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 71/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (42/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).

Redmi K80 Ultra: The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K80 Ultra Redmi K90
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2876004 3088357
Geekbench Single 2729 3050
Geekbench Multi 8430 9300
Display 6.8" OLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 2510x1156
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7410 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 100W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 219 g 206 g
Price $350 $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 6.8" OLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
  • 7410 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K80 Ultra and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K80 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
60/100
2876004 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100 +6.9%
3088357 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Redmi K80 Ultra by 6.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K80 Ultra
$350
Redmi K90
$401

Price difference: $51. Redmi K80 Ultra is cheaper by $51.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (53/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 71/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (42/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 edges out the Redmi K80 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Ultra and the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K80 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Ultra or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K80 Ultra over the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.