Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy A71
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A71 (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 730; launch prices were $401 and $470. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 44/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 502,844); the Samsung Galaxy A71 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy A71
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 502844
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $470
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A71 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 206g
- Better portability (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy A71, the Redmi K90 scores 32 points higher (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A71 — 12/100; 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 A71 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (72/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy A71 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 730 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 502844 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 724 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1836 | |
| 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 | 64 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 | 163.6×76.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $470 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A71
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A71
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A71
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy A71, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy A71 by 512.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $69. Redmi K90 was $69 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (82/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 (72/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A71 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A71?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A71 by 32 points (76/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A71?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy A71 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A71?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A71?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy A71?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.