Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy A72
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $401 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 46/100 (a 30-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 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy A72
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $450
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A72 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 206g
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy A72, the Redmi K90 scores 30 points higher (76/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy A72 — 16/100; 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 A72 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (58/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy A72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy A72, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy A72 by 494.7% 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 A72 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (58/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 by 30 points (76/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy A72 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.