Redmi K90 vs Sony Xperia 10 VII
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sony Xperia 10 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $401 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 55/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 895,533); the Sony Xperia 10 VII is noticeably lighter (168g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Sony Xperia 10 VII
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 895533
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $449
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 10 VII better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 206g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Sony Xperia 10 VII, the Redmi K90 scores 21 points higher (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Sony Xperia 10 VII — 34/100; 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 VII (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (58/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (76/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Sony Xperia 10 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 895533 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 153.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia 10 VII
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 10 VII
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 10 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Sony Xperia 10 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Sony Xperia 10 VII by 243.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $48. Redmi K90 was $48 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (91/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (58/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 10 VII notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (76/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 10 VII by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Sony Xperia 10 VII — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Sony Xperia 10 VII?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.