Redmi K80 vs Redmi K90
The Redmi K80 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $345 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 67/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6550); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,277,927).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80
Redmi K90
What makes Redmi K80 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $401
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2277927
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6550 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 206g vs 213g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 9 points higher (76/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K80 — 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 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2277927 | 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 | 6550 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.1 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $345 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80
- 6550 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi K80 by 26.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $56. Redmi K80 was $56 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi K80 (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi K80 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Redmi K80 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 and the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K80 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.