Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $420 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 75/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6150); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 13
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6150 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper: $420 vs $650
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 73/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 80/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 207g vs 227g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 9 points higher (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $420 | $650 |
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Price difference: $230. Redmi K90 Ultra is cheaper by $230.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (92/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.