Redmi K90 vs Vivo iQOO U5x
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO U5x (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 34/100 (a 42-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 (3,077,585 vs 424,216); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO U5x doesn't; the Vivo iQOO U5x is noticeably lighter (179g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo iQOO U5x
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO U5x better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 206g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo iQOO U5x, the Redmi K90 scores 42 points higher (76/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5x (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5x (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5x (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO U5x is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo iQOO U5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 424216 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 412 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1423 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.0×75.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO U5x
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO U5x
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO U5x
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo iQOO U5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo iQOO U5x by 625.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO U5x
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5x (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5x (82/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5x (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO U5x is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO U5x?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5x by 42 points (76/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo iQOO U5x?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo iQOO U5x — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO U5x?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO U5x?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo iQOO U5x?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.