Redmi K90 vs Vivo iQOO Z11S

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo iQOO Z11S (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500; launch prices were $401 and $296. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 57/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11S has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,099,769); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 225g).

The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11S — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi K90

Performance 91
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 80

Vivo iQOO Z11S

Performance 60
Display 94
Camera 30
Battery 68
Portability 38
Value for money 54

What makes Redmi K90 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1099769
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1089
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3276
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 225g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 38/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO Z11S better?

  • Bigger battery: 10000 vs 7100 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $296 vs $401

  • Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11S, the Redmi K90 scores 19 points higher (76/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo iQOO Z11S — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11S is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo iQOO Z11S are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (55/100 vs 38/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z11S: The Vivo iQOO Z11S is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi K90 Vivo iQOO Z11S
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 7500
AnTuTu 3077585 1099769
Geekbench Single 3013 1089
Geekbench Multi 9287 3276
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 10000 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16 / OriginOS 6
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 163.9×76.5×8.6 mm
Weight 206 g 225 g
Launch price $401 $296

Camera comparison

Redmi K90

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera

Vivo iQOO Z11S

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera

Display comparison

Redmi K90

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Vivo iQOO Z11S

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Redmi K90

  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery

Vivo iQOO Z11S

  • 10000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo iQOO Z11S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100
3077585 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Z11S MediaTek Dimensity 7500
57/100 -179.8%
1099769 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Vivo iQOO Z11S by 179.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi K90

$401

Vivo iQOO Z11S

$296

Launch price difference: $105. Vivo iQOO Z11S was $105 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (91/100 vs 60/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11S is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (58/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo iQOO Z11S are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11S (55/100 vs 38/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO Z11S?

The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z11S — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo iQOO Z11S?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11S — 57/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO Z11S?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo iQOO Z11S?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 60/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo iQOO Z11S?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z11S is a better fit for active users.