Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $401 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 45/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,436,963).
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Lighter: 206g vs 209g
- Cheaper: $401 vs $599
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 38/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Redmi K90 scores 23 points higher (68/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (69/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (71/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $401 | $599 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 114.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $198. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $198.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (69/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (71/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 23 points (68/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use.