Redmi K90 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $420 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 75/100 (a 10-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 3,030,376); the Redmi K90 Ultra is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.4mm).

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 92
Portability 40
Value for money 86
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 90
Camera 87
Battery 80
Portability 29
Value for money 82
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 3030376
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $420 vs $999

  • Longer battery life (92/100 vs 80/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
  • Better portability (40/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 3041
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9494
  • Lighter: 225g vs 227g

  • Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 10 points higher (85/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).

Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3119308 3030376
Geekbench Single 3041 3050
Geekbench Multi 9494 10200
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 3200x1440
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 100W 90W
Wireless charging 50W
DXOMark (camera) 159
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 15 / HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm
Weight 227 g 225 g
Price $420 $999
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless charging: no data
92
battery
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
75/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
85/100 -2.9%
3030376 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 2.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
$999

Price difference: $579. Redmi K90 Ultra is cheaper by $579.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (87/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (40/100 vs 29/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.