Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo T5 Lite 5G
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $420 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 46/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 581,041).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo T5 Lite 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $420
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo T5 Lite 5G, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 27 points higher (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Vivo T5 Lite 5G — 50/100; 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 T5 Lite 5G (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Vivo T5 Lite 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | — | |
| Launch price | $420 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5 Lite 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo T5 Lite 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Vivo T5 Lite 5G by 456.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $205. Vivo T5 Lite 5G was $205 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (92/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 Lite 5G by 27 points (73/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo T5 Lite 5G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo T5 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.