Redmi K90 vs Redmi Note 14S

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 14S (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 50/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi Note 14S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14S by 26 points (76/100 vs 50/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 92
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 90
Redmi Note 14S
Performance 38
Display 79
Camera 48
Battery 53
Portability 72
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1890
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 48/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 14S better?
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 206g

  • Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Redmi Note 14S, the Redmi K90 scores 26 points higher (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 14S are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14S notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (72/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 14S: The Redmi Note 14S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Redmi Note 14S
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra
AnTuTu 3088357
Geekbench Single 3041 760
Geekbench Multi 9494 1890
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 15, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 161.1×75.0×8.0 mm
Weight 206 g 179 g
Launch price $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera
Redmi Note 14S
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Redmi Note 14S
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Redmi Note 14S
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90
$401
Redmi Note 14S
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (92/100 vs 38/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 14S are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14S (72/100 vs 53/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14S notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (72/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 14S?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14S by 26 points (76/100 vs 50/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 14S?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi Note 14S — 50/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 14S?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 48/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 14S?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 38/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Redmi Note 14S?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 14S is a better fit for everyday use.