Redmi K90 Ultra vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 61/100 vs 5/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 56 points (61/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 81
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (81/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 16/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 Ultra vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 56 points higher (61/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (50/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (81/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Ultra Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2760000
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.8" AMOLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 466x466
Refresh rate 165 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68/IP69 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 227 g
Price $420
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (65/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (77/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (50/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (81/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 56 points (61/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.