Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; estimated prices are $420 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 63/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 956,756); the Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Ultra
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 956756
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 84/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $220 vs $420
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 12 points higher (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 956756 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 199 g | |
| Price | $420 | $220 |
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Vivo Y500 Pro by 226.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. Vivo Y500 Pro is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (92/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo Y500 Pro are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.