Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5160); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 2,351,914); the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 73/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money 82
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
Performance 83
Display 94
Camera 52
Battery 67
Portability 65
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 2351914
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 2250
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 7315
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5160 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 83/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 227g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (65/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

The Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (65/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro: The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
AnTuTu 3119308 2351914
Geekbench Single 3041 2250
Geekbench Multi 9494 7315
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 1260x2800
Refresh rate 165 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 100W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 14, OriginOS 4
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1400 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 163.5×75.7×8.0 mm
Weight 227 g 190 g
Launch price $420
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
67
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9300+
73/100 -32.6%
2351914 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro by 32.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (52/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (65/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro?

Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K90 Ultra.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro?

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 83/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Neo9S Pro?

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 Neo9S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.