Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (2021) runs on the Exynos 850. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 21/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,494 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126494 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 206g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5, the Redmi K90 scores 55 points higher (76/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (91/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (58/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126494 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 5.3" PLS IPS | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, One UI 2.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 147.1×71.6×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- 5.3" PLS IPS
- Resolution: 720x1480
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 by 1234.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (91/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (82/100 vs 45/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (58/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 (72/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 by 55 points (76/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.