Redmi K90 vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $401 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 70/100 vs 68/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is faster in AnTuTu (3,842,882 vs 3,088,357).
Redmi K90
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper: $401 vs $1499
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 6/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3842882 vs 3088357
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9300
- Lighter: 200g vs 206g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 53/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 2 points higher (70/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (90/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (90/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (82/100 vs 6/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $401 | $1499 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi K90 and Sony Xperia 1 VIII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads Redmi K90 by 19.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1098. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $1098.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (90/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (71/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (82/100 vs 6/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII edges out the Redmi K90 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on camera score (63/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (90/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.