Redmi K90 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 9/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 206g).
Redmi K90
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Redmi K90 scores 59 points higher (68/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 12/100). 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 Pop 5X (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $401 | — |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (69/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (53/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (71/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (100/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 59 points (68/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.