Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy A53
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A53 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1280; launch prices were $401 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 47/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy A53 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy A53
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2082
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $450
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A53 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 206g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy A53, the Redmi K90 scores 29 points higher (76/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A53 — 18/100; 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 A53 (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A53 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (58/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (72/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy A53 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 1280 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 615425 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 956 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2082 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 79 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 159.6×74.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A53
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy A53, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy A53 by 400.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Redmi K90 was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A53 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (58/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (72/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A53?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 by 29 points (76/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A53?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy A53 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A53?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A53?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy A53?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.