Redmi K90 Ultra vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 28/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Ultra
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 227g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 45 points higher (73/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (78/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 150 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | — |
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pop 5X
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In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (78/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 45 points (73/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.