Redmi K90 Ultra vs Redmi R70m
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi R70m (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300; launch prices were $420 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 40/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 639,225); the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70m doesn't; the Redmi R70m is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Redmi R70m
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi R70m better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $135 vs $420
- Better portability (51/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Redmi R70m, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 33 points higher (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Redmi R70m — 58/100; 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 R70m (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70m (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70m (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70m (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70m is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Redmi R70m | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $135 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi R70m
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi R70m
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi R70m
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Redmi R70m, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Redmi R70m by 405.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $285. Redmi R70m was $285 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70m (92/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70m (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70m (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi R70m (78/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70m is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi R70m?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi R70m by 33 points (73/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Redmi R70m?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi R70m — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi R70m?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Redmi R70m?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Redmi R70m?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.