Redmi K90 vs Vivo V23e

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V23e (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 49/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,086,235 vs 493,222); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V23e doesn't; the Vivo V23e is noticeably lighter (172g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e by 27 points (76/100 vs 49/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 92
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 90
Vivo V23e
Performance 41
Display 84
Camera 51
Battery 28
Portability 83
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3086235 vs 493222
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 678
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1895
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4050 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 51/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 28/100)
What makes Vivo V23e better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 172g vs 206g

  • Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better portability (83/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo V23e, the Redmi K90 scores 27 points higher (76/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo V23e and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (72/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (83/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo V23e: The Vivo V23e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Vivo V23e
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Helio G96
AnTuTu 3086235 493222
Geekbench Single 3041 678
Geekbench Multi 9494 1895
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 4050 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11, Funtouch 12
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 160.9×74.3×7.4 mm
Weight 206 g 172 g
Launch price $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera
Vivo V23e
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Vivo V23e
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
84
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Vivo V23e
  • 4050 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
28
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo V23e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100
3086235 AnTuTu
Vivo V23e MediaTek Helio G96
49/100 -525.7%
493222 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Vivo V23e by 525.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90
$401
Vivo V23e
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (92/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo V23e and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (72/100 vs 28/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (83/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V23e?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e by 27 points (76/100 vs 49/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V23e?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo V23e — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V23e?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 51/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V23e?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo V23e?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo V23e is a better fit for everyday use.