Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy A36
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $401 and $330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 52/100 (a 24-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 816,934).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy A36
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 816934
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $401
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy A36, the Redmi K90 scores 24 points higher (76/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A36 — 40/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy A36 (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A36 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy A36 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 816934 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $330 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy A36, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy A36 by 276.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. Samsung Galaxy A36 was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A36 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (58/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (72/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 by 24 points (76/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy A36 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.