Redmi K90 vs Redmi Note 11
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 11 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G; launch prices were $401 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 39/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 424,216); the Redmi Note 11 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Redmi Note 11
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Redmi Note 11 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $401
- Better portability (80/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Redmi Note 11, the Redmi K90 scores 37 points higher (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 11/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Redmi Note 11 — 38/100; 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 "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (58/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Redmi Note 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 424216 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 412 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1423 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 60 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 11
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 11
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 11
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Redmi Note 11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi Note 11 by 625.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $201. Redmi Note 11 was $201 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 (58/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 11?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11 by 37 points (76/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 11?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi Note 11 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 11?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 11?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Redmi Note 11?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.