Redmi K90 Ultra vs TCL 60 NxtPaper
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the TCL 60 NxtPaper (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G92; launch prices were $420 and $249. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 50/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the TCL 60 NxtPaper is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
TCL 60 NxtPaper
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
What makes TCL 60 NxtPaper better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $420
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the TCL 60 NxtPaper, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 23 points higher (73/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, TCL 60 NxtPaper — 50/100; 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 "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 NxtPaper is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | TCL 60 NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G92 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 167.6×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $249 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL 60 NxtPaper
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
TCL 60 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
TCL 60 NxtPaper
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. TCL 60 NxtPaper was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 NxtPaper is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper (78/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 NxtPaper notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the TCL 60 NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the TCL 60 NxtPaper by 23 points (73/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the TCL 60 NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the TCL 60 NxtPaper — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the TCL 60 NxtPaper?
The TCL 60 NxtPaper leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the TCL 60 NxtPaper?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.