Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo S60e
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo S60e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500; launch prices were $420 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7200); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 1,099,769); the Vivo S60e is noticeably lighter (196g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Vivo S60e
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 1099769
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1089
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3276
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo S60e better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $420
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo S60e, 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 60/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Vivo S60e — 58/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60e (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (64/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Vivo S60e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 1099769 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1089 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3276 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1260x2750 | |
| 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 | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S60e
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo S60e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S60e
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo S60e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Vivo S60e by 194.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Vivo S60e was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo S60e (92/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (64/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo S60e?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Vivo S60e 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 S60e?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo S60e — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo S60e?
The Vivo S60e leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo S60e?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo S60e?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo S60e is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.