Redmi K90 Ultra vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 73/100. Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 1,420,808); the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 73/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi K90 Ultra

Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money 72

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money —

What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 1420808
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 71/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)

What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?

  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 199g vs 227g

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)

Comparison verdict

The Redmi K90 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 73/100. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (78/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 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.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi K90 Ultra ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 3233695 1420808
Geekbench Single 3013 1761
Geekbench Multi 9287 4688
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 1080x2400
Refresh rate 165 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 8550 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, MyOS 12
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP54
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 227 g 199 g
Launch price $420 —

Camera comparison

Redmi K90 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • Main: 64MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera

Display comparison

Redmi K90 Ultra

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display

Battery and charging

Redmi K90 Ultra

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 Ultra and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100
3233695 AnTuTu
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
73/100 -127.6%
1420808 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 127.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi K90 Ultra

$420

ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (92/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (86/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (78/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

Both devices scored 73/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K90 Ultra (92/100 vs 71/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Ultra and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Ultra or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 Ultra over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.