Redmi K90 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $420 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,119,308).

The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 92
Portability 40
Value for money 86
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 98
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 48
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $420 vs $1999

  • Longer battery life (92/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3119308
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3041
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9494
  • Lighter: 215g vs 227g

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 92/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (44/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 48/100).

Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3119308 3942923
Geekbench Single 3041 3640
Geekbench Multi 9494 11033
Display 6.8" AMOLED 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1280x2772 1968x2184
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 100W 45W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 10 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP48
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 227 g 215 g
Price $420 $1999
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
92
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
75/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
72/100 +20.9%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi K90 Ultra by 20.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999

Price difference: $1579. Redmi K90 Ultra is cheaper by $1579.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 92/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (92/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Redmi K90 Ultra are nearly equal (44/100 vs 40/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 92/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

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 Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.