Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; launch prices were $420 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 8550); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 2,120,347).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Vivo iQOO Z11
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 2120347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6405
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 227g vs 228g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 8550 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $420
- Overall rating 65/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Vivo iQOO Z11 — 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 Vivo iQOO Z11 (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100. In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 2120347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $290 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 52.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (92/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Vivo iQOO Z11 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.