Redmi K90 vs Vivo S50
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $401 and $390. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 72/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,794,400).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo S50
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $390 vs $401
- Better camera (64/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo S50, the Redmi K90 scores 4 points higher (76/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo S50 — 74/100; 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 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo S50 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo S50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1794400 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $390 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo S50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo S50 by 71.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $11. Vivo S50 was $11 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo S50 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Vivo S50 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo S50 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo S50?
The Vivo S50 leads on camera score (64/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo S50?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S50 is a better fit for active users.