Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880; launch prices were $401 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 18/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 206g).
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 51/100)
- Lighter: 157g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $401
- Better portability (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, the Redmi K90 scores 58 points higher (76/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 0/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (92/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (58/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (84/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 7880 | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 175 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 760 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 146.1×71.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 157 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $380 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $21. Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 was $21 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (92/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (82/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (58/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (72/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (84/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 by 58 points (76/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is a better fit for everyday use.