Redmi K90 vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $401 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 73/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,724,757).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1724757
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 70W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $450
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 193g vs 206g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, the Redmi K90 scores 3 points higher (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 70/100; 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (72/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Tecno Camon 40 Premier by 78.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Redmi K90 was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (81/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (72/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Tecno Camon 40 Premier by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.