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).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 23 points (68/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Performance 20
Display 100
Camera 63
Battery 27
Design 38
Value for money 69
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • 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)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?

  • Better camera (63/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE: The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
27
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
45/100 -114.9%
1436963 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 114.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
$599

Price difference: $198. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $198.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.