Redmi K90 vs Sony Xperia 10 Plus
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sony Xperia 10 Plus (2019) runs on the Snapdragon 636; launch prices were $401 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 23/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 282,713); the Sony Xperia 10 Plus is noticeably lighter (180g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Sony Xperia 10 Plus
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 282713
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 294
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1083
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $429
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 10 Plus better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 206g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Sony Xperia 10 Plus, the Redmi K90 scores 53 points higher (76/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Sony Xperia 10 Plus — 0/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 Plus (91/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 Plus (82/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 Plus (58/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 Plus (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 10 Plus is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Sony Xperia 10 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 636 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 282713 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 294 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1083 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 167.0×73.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia 10 Plus
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 10 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 10 Plus
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Sony Xperia 10 Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Sony Xperia 10 Plus by 988.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $28. Redmi K90 was $28 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 Plus (91/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 Plus (82/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 Plus (58/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 Plus (72/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 10 Plus is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Sony Xperia 10 Plus?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 Plus by 53 points (76/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Sony Xperia 10 Plus?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Sony Xperia 10 Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Sony Xperia 10 Plus?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Sony Xperia 10 Plus?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Sony Xperia 10 Plus?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.