Redmi K90 Ultra vs Redmi Note 14S
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 14S (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 50/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi Note 14S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Redmi Note 14S
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 38/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 14S better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 227g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 14S, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 23 points higher (73/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14S leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14S is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14S significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Redmi Note 14S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.1×75.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 14S
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 14S
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 14S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 14S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (92/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14S is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (78/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14S significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 14S?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14S by 23 points (73/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi Note 14S?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 14S — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 14S?
The Redmi Note 14S leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 14S?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Redmi Note 14S?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.