Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy A54
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A54 (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1380; launch prices were $401 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 53/100 (a 23-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 737,262).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy A54
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 737262
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $450
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 47/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A54 better?
- Lighter: 202g vs 206g
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy A54, the Redmi K90 scores 23 points higher (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A54 — 30/100; 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 A54 (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A54 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A54 (72/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy A54 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 737262 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2710 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 107 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 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 13, One UI 5.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 158.2×76.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 202 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A54
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A54
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A54
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy A54, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy A54 by 317.4% 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 A54 (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A54 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A54 (72/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A54?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A54 by 23 points (76/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A54?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy A54 — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A54?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 47/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A54?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy A54?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.