Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo V70
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V70 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $420 and $330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 68/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,410,609); the Vivo V70 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Ultra
Vivo V70
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1410609
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 66/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $420
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo V70, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 5 points higher (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V70 leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100, Vivo V70 — 78/100; 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 V70 (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V70 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 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (74/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Vivo V70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 1410609 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 6000 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $330 |
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo V70
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo V70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Vivo V70 by 121.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $90. Vivo V70 was $90 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo V70 (92/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo V70 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 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (74/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo V70?
The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Vivo V70 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo V70?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo V70 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo V70?
The Vivo V70 leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo V70?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo V70?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo V70 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.