Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo X100

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X100 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300; estimated prices are $420 and $615. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X100 leads — 78/100 vs 73/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 2,415,558); the Vivo X100 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).

The Vivo X100 edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money
Vivo X100
Performance 83
Display 84
Camera 84
Battery 64
Portability 50
Value for money 68
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 2415558
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 2142
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 7125
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $420 vs $615

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 83/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo X100 better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 227g

  • Better camera (84/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo X100, the Vivo X100 scores 5 points higher (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100 leads (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X100 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X100 is a bit better (50/100 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.
Vivo X100: The Vivo X100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Vivo X100
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 9300
AnTuTu 3119308 2415558
Geekbench Single 3041 2142
Geekbench Multi 9494 7125
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 2800x1260
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 64 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 164.1×75.2×8.5 mm
Weight 227 g 206 g
Price $420 $615
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo X100
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.57
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 32MP
84
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Vivo X100
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Vivo X100
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo X100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Vivo X100 MediaTek Dimensity 9300
78/100 -29.1%
2415558 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Vivo X100 by 29.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Vivo X100
$615

Price difference: $195. Redmi K90 Ultra is cheaper by $195.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100).

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 X100 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (84/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo X100 is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo X100?

The Vivo X100 edges out the Redmi K90 Ultra 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 X100?

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo X100 — 78/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo X100?

The Vivo X100 leads on camera score (84/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo X100?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 83/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo X100?

The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.