Redmi K90 vs TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $401 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 57/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5200); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 953,150); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Lighter: 206g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $449
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
What makes TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER better?
- Better camera (61/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER, the Redmi K90 scores 19 points higher (76/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 38/100; 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 TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (82/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (72/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 174.5×81.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER by 222.9% 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 TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (82/100 vs 63/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (72/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 57/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.