Redmi K90 Ultra vs Redmi Note 10 Pro
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 10 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G; launch prices were $420 and $280. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 51/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 531,656); the Redmi Note 10 Pro is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Redmi Note 10 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5020 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $280 vs $420
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 22 points higher (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Redmi Note 10 Pro — 46/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (62/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Redmi Note 10 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 531656 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 752 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1819 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.0×76.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $280 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 10 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 10 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Redmi Note 10 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi Note 10 Pro by 508.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $140. Redmi Note 10 Pro was $140 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro (92/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro (78/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (62/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 10 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro by 22 points (73/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi Note 10 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 10 Pro — 51/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 10 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Redmi Note 10 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.