Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $401 and $179. 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 6000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 607,489); the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M14 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $401
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, the Redmi K90 scores 32 points higher (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 54/100; 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 M14 5G (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (55/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy M14 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 166.8×77.2×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $179 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy M14 5G by 406.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $222. Samsung Galaxy M14 5G was $222 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (82/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (58/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (55/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G by 32 points (76/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.