Redmi K90 vs Vivo S60e
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo S60e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500; launch prices were $401 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 65/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S60e has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,099,769).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo S60e
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 90W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo S60e better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 7100 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $401
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo S60e, the Redmi K90 scores 11 points higher (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e leads (83/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo S60e — 58/100; 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 S60e (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo S60e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1099769 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1089 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3276 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×74.3×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S60e
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S60e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S60e
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo S60e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo S60e by 179.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. Vivo S60e was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo S60e (91/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S60e is a bit better (64/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo S60e?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo S60e — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo S60e?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo S60e — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo S60e?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo S60e?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo S60e?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo S60e is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.