Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990; launch prices were $401 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 50/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 872,405); the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 872405
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $699
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, the Redmi K90 scores 26 points higher (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 90/100, Samsung Galaxy S20 FE — 12/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (58/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (72/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy S20 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 990 | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 872405 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1222 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 3060 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 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 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 159.8×74.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $699 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy S20 FE by 254.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $298. Redmi K90 was $298 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (92/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (58/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (72/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE by 26 points (76/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is a better fit for everyday use.