Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 61/100 vs 26/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 35 points (61/100 vs 26/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 81
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (81/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 227g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 35 points higher (61/100 vs 26/100). 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 30/100). 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 Z7 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (83/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (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 Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 2760000
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 1080x2400
Refresh rate 165 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68/IP69 IP54
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 227 g 173 g
Price $420
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (65/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (77/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (83/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (81/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 35 points (61/100 vs 26/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

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

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.