Redmi K90 vs Redmi R70
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300; launch prices were $401 and $120. 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 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 639,225); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Redmi R70
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 206g vs 210g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $401
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Redmi R70, the Redmi K90 scores 37 points higher (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Redmi R70 — 60/100; 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 R70 (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi R70 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Redmi R70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Redmi R70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Redmi R70 by 381.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $281. Redmi R70 was $281 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (72/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Redmi R70 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 37 points (76/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Redmi R70 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Redmi R70?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.