Redmi K90 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $420 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 3,119,308); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $420 vs $1099
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 3119308
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 3041
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 9494
- Lighter: 180g vs 227g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 92/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (92/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (80/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (86/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 180 g | |
| Price | $420 | $1099 |
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Redmi K90 Ultra by 1.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $679. Redmi K90 Ultra is cheaper by $679.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (92/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (80/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (86/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
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 Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.