Redmi K90 Ultra vs Vivo Y500
The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7300; launch prices were $420 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 56/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 8100); the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y500 doesn't; the Vivo Y500 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Vivo Y500
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 8100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $420
- Better portability (51/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Vivo Y500, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 17 points higher (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 72/100, Vivo Y500 — 46/100; 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 "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 Y500 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Ultra | Vivo Y500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc T7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3233695 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 8100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $345 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo Y500
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500
- 8100 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $75. Vivo Y500 was $75 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 Y500 is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Vivo Y500 — 56/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Vivo Y500?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.