Redmi K90 vs Vivo T5x
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $401 and $225. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 53/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5x has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 953,150); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo T5x
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3185
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo T5x better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 7100 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $225 vs $401
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo T5x, the Redmi K90 scores 23 points higher (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo T5x — 62/100; 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 T5x (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo T5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2344 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $225 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo T5x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo T5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo T5x by 222.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $176. Vivo T5x was $176 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (82/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x by 23 points (76/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo T5x — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo T5x?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.