Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400e; launch prices were $401 and $649. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 67/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4700); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,849,346).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1849346
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5500
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Lighter: 206g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $649
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 FE better?
- Better camera (67/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, the Redmi K90 scores 9 points higher (76/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S24 FE — 48/100; 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 S24 FE (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy S24 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2400e | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1849346 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5500 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| 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 14 / One UI 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 162.0×77.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $649 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S24 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 S24 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy S24 FE by 66.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $248. Redmi K90 was $248 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (72/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE leads on camera score (67/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a better fit for active users.