Redmi K90 vs Redmi Note 15 Pro+
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4; launch prices were $401 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 61/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 975,892).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 975892
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Redmi Note 15 Pro+ better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $401
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Redmi Note 15 Pro+, the Redmi K90 scores 15 points higher (76/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — 54/100; 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 15 Pro+ (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Redmi Note 15 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 975892 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1223 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3168 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2700x1224 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.3×78.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 15 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Redmi Note 15 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi Note 15 Pro+ by 215.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Redmi Note 15 Pro+ was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (91/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Redmi Note 15 Pro+?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.