Redmi K90 Ultra vs Redmi Note 5
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636; launch prices were $420 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 25/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Ultra
Redmi Note 5
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 180g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $420
- Better portability (80/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 5, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 48 points higher (73/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100, Redmi Note 5 — 12/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (80/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Redmi Note 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 282713 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 294 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 1083 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $200 |
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 5
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 5
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Redmi Note 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi Note 5 by 1043.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $220. Redmi Note 5 was $220 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (92/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (37/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (80/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 5?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi Note 5?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 5 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 5?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi Note 5?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Redmi Note 5?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for everyday use.