Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy A70
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A70 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 675; launch prices were $401 and $410. 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 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 480,034); the Samsung Galaxy A70 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy A70
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 480034
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 671
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1695
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $410
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 39/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A70 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 206g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy A70, the Redmi K90 scores 37 points higher (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A70 — 4/100; 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 A70 (91/100 vs 39/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A70 (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A70 (58/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A70 (72/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A70 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy A70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 480034 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 671 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1695 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.3×76.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $410 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A70
- Main: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A70
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy A70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy A70 by 541.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. Redmi K90 was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A70 (91/100 vs 39/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A70 (82/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A70 (58/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A70 (72/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A70 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A70?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A70 by 37 points (76/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A70?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy A70 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A70?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A70?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 39/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy A70?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.