Redmi K90 vs Vivo iQOO Z11

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; estimated prices are $401 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 51/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 2,612,264); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 228g).

The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Vivo iQOO Z11
Performance 41
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 77
Design 15
Value for money 90
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 2612264
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1553
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 6403
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 228g

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
  • Bigger battery: 9020 vs 7100 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $290 vs $401

  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better value for money (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Redmi K90 scores 17 points higher (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (69/100 vs 41/100). 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 Z11 (53/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (42/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z11: The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Vivo iQOO Z11
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 8500
AnTuTu 3088357 2612264
Geekbench Single 3050 1553
Geekbench Multi 9300 6403
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 9020 mAh
Charging 100W 90W
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 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 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 206 g 228 g
Price $401 $290
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 9020 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Z11 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
51/100 -18.2%
2612264 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 18.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Vivo iQOO Z11
$290

Price difference: $111. Vivo iQOO Z11 is cheaper by $111.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (69/100 vs 41/100).

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 Z11 (53/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (42/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 51/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.