Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy S22+
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $401 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 58/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,294,871).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy S22+
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22+ better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 206g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy S22+, the Redmi K90 scores 18 points higher (76/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S22+ — 26/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S22+ are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy S22+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy S22+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy S22+ by 137.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $598. Redmi K90 was $598 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (91/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S22+ are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (58/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (72/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S22+?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S22+ — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S22+?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S22+?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S22+?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy S22+?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users.