Redmi K90 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S10e
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S10e (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820; launch prices were $420 and $749. 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 3100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 745,471); the Samsung Galaxy S10e is noticeably lighter (150g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 745471
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2322
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $749
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 59/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 227g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S10e, 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 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100, Samsung Galaxy S10e — 0/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S10e (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (94/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10e significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (84/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S10e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 9820 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 745471 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1001 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 2322 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.8" Dynamic AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2280x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 3100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 142.2×69.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 150 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $749 |
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- 5.8" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 2280x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- 3100 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S10e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S10e by 333.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $329. Redmi K90 Ultra was $329 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (92/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (94/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (37/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (78/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10e significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (84/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S10e?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e by 33 points (73/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S10e?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Samsung Galaxy S10e — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S10e?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S10e?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S10e?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S10e is a better fit for everyday use.