Redmi K90 vs Tecno Phantom X2

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 44/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,484,077).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Tecno Phantom X2
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 46
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1484077
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1693
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4384
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 21/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 48/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 203g vs 206g

  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Redmi K90 scores 24 points higher (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (69/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Phantom X2: The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Tecno Phantom X2
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 3088357 1484077
Geekbench Single 3050 1693
Geekbench Multi 9300 4384
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 100W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, HIOS 12
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 206 g 203 g
Price $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Tecno Phantom X2
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom X2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
44/100 -108.1%
1484077 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Tecno Phantom X2 by 108.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (69/100 vs 21/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (71/100 vs 46/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 48/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 21/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.