Redmi K90 vs Vivo iQOO Neo8
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Neo8 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 62/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,420,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo iQOO Neo8
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo8 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo8, the Redmi K90 scores 14 points higher (76/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo8 (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo8 (58/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo8 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo iQOO Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 or OriginOS 3 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.7×77.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo iQOO Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo iQOO Neo8 by 116.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo8
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo8 (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo8 (58/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo8 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Neo8 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo8 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo iQOO Neo8?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Neo8 is a better fit for active users.