Redmi K90 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $401 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 65/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,088,357).

The Redmi K90 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $401 vs $1999

  • Better camera (53/100 vs 45/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3088357
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9300

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Redmi K90 scores 3 points higher (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (82/100 vs 0/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3088357 3942923
Geekbench Single 3050 3640
Geekbench Multi 9300 11033
Display 6.6" AMOLED 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2510x1156 1968x2184
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 100W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 10 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP48
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 206 g 215 g
Price $401 $1999
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
65/100 +21.7%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi K90 by 21.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999

Price difference: $1598. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $1598.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (92/100 vs 69/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (71/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (82/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi K90 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 45/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 69/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.