Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 61/100 vs 31/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably lighter (203g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 30 points (61/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 81
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (81/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
  • Lighter: 203g vs 227g

  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 30 points higher (61/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (46/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (81/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022): The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 2760000
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1280x2772 1080x2408
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm
Weight 227 g 203 g
Price $420
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (65/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (77/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (46/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (81/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) by 30 points (61/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?

The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.