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; launch prices were $420 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 73/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6150); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 3,150,555); the Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably lighter (207g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 3150555
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6150 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $650
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 73/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- 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)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 11 points higher (84/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). 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 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9287 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $420 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO 13 by 2.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $230. Redmi K90 Ultra was $230 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
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 is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, 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. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.