Redmi K90 vs Vivo S20 Pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo S20 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S20 Pro leads — 78/100 vs 76/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,348,248).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo S20 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2348248
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo S20 Pro better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 206g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo S20 Pro, the Vivo S20 Pro scores 2 points higher (78/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S20 Pro leads (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S20 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S20 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo S20 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 2348248 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 160.6×75.0×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S20 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S20 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S20 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo S20 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo S20 Pro by 31.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo S20 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S20 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S20 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (81/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo S20 Pro?
The Vivo S20 Pro edges out the Redmi K90 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo S20 Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo S20 Pro — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo S20 Pro?
The Vivo S20 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo S20 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo S20 Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S20 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.