Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo S60

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo S60 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $420 and $530. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7200); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,801,694); the Vivo S60 is noticeably lighter (199g 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 S60
Performance 75
Display 94
Camera 64
Battery 70
Portability 60
Value for money 68
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1801694
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1930
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4817
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $530

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 75/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Vivo S60 better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 227g

  • Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

The Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo S60 received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60 leads (64/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100, Vivo S60 — 68/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S60 (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 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 S60: The Vivo S60 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Vivo S60
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
AnTuTu 3119308 1801694
Geekbench Single 3041 1930
Geekbench Multi 9494 4817
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 2750x1260
Refresh rate 165 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 7200 mAh
Charging 100W 90W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 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 157.5×74.3×7.9 mm
Weight 227 g 199 g
Launch price $420 $530
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo S60
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
64
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Vivo S60
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2750x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Vivo S60
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
70
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo S60, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Vivo S60 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
73/100 -73.1%
1801694 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Vivo S60 by 73.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Vivo S60
$530

Launch price difference: $110. Redmi K90 Ultra was $110 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo S60 (92/100 vs 75/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (64/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo S60?

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 S60?

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo S60 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo S60?

The Vivo S60 leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo S60?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 75/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo S60?

The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S60 is a better fit for active users.