Redmi K90 Ultra vs Xiaomi 15T

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra; launch prices were $420 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 69/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 1,915,524); the Xiaomi 15T is noticeably lighter (194g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 15T by just 4 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 82
Xiaomi 15T
Performance 76
Display 83
Camera 59
Battery 59
Portability 67
Value for money 70
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 1915524
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1579
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 6100
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $449

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 76/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 59/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15T better?
  • Lighter: 194g vs 227g

  • Better camera (59/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (67/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 15T, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 4 points higher (73/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T leads (59/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Redmi K90 Ultra — 82/100, Xiaomi 15T — 70/100; 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 Xiaomi 15T (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (59/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (78/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (67/100 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, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 15T: The Xiaomi 15T is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Xiaomi 15T
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra
AnTuTu 3119308 1915524
Geekbench Single 3041 1579
Geekbench Multi 9494 6100
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 2712x1220
Refresh rate 165 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 163.2×78.0×7.5 mm
Weight 227 g 194 g
Launch price $420 $449
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Xiaomi 15T
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
59
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Xiaomi 15T
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Xiaomi 15T
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
59
battery
Overall performance score

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

Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15T MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra
69/100 -62.8%
1915524 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Xiaomi 15T by 62.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Xiaomi 15T
$449

Launch price difference: $29. Redmi K90 Ultra was $29 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (92/100 vs 76/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (59/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15T (78/100 vs 59/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (67/100 vs 40/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 15T by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 15T — 69/100.

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

The Xiaomi 15T leads on camera score (59/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi 15T?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 76/100).

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

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