Redmi K90 Ultra vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $420 and $450. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5100); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 1,724,757); the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is noticeably lighter (193g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 1724757
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 70W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $450
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 227g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
The Redmi K90 Ultra and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 70/100; 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Tecno Camon 40 Premier by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Redmi K90 Ultra was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (92/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (78/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K90 Ultra (92/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.