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; launch prices were $401 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 63/100 (a 13-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 1,436,963).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Lighter: 206g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Better camera (63/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Redmi K90 scores 13 points higher (76/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100; 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 S23 FE (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (72/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4188 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $401 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 114.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $198. Redmi K90 was $198 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (91/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (72/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 63/100.
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 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users.