Redmi K90 vs Tecno Spark 10C
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Tecno Spark 10C (2023) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $401 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 21/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 153,667); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 10C doesn't; the Tecno Spark 10C is noticeably lighter (189g vs 206g).
Redmi K90
Tecno Spark 10C
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 189g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $401
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Tecno Spark 10C, the Redmi K90 scores 55 points higher (76/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 90/100, Tecno Spark 10C — 26/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (92/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Tecno Spark 10C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android, HIOS 8.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.9×75.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $100 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 10C
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 10C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 10C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 and Tecno Spark 10C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Tecno Spark 10C by 1909.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $301. Tecno Spark 10C was $301 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (92/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (82/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (72/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C by 55 points (76/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Tecno Spark 10C — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 10C is a better fit for everyday use.