Redmi K90 vs Vivo iQOO 15R

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $401 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 66/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 2,824,644).

The Redmi K90 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Vivo iQOO 15R
Performance 76
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 73
Design 53
Value for money 79
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 2824644
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
  • Cheaper: $401 vs $450

  • Better camera (53/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9300
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 197g vs 206g

  • Higher performance (76/100 vs 69/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Redmi K90 scores 2 points higher (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (76/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO 15R: The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Vivo iQOO 15R
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3088357 2824644
Geekbench Single 3050 3640
Geekbench Multi 9300 11033
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 2800x1260
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 100W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 5000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm
Weight 206 g 197 g
Price $401 $450
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Vivo iQOO 15R
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO 15R
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Vivo iQOO 15R
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
73
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO 15R Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
66/100 -9.3%
2824644 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Vivo iQOO 15R by 9.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Vivo iQOO 15R
$450

Price difference: $49. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $49.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (76/100 vs 69/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15R (53/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 71/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?

The Redmi K90 edges out the Vivo iQOO 15R by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo iQOO 15R?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 66/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO 15R?

The Vivo iQOO 15R leads on performance (76/100 vs 69/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo iQOO 15R?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.