Redmi K90 vs Vivo V29 Pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V29 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 60/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4600); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,117,927); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V29 Pro doesn't; the Vivo V29 Pro is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo V29 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1117927
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3962
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Vivo V29 Pro better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo V29 Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 16 points higher (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V29 Pro (91/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo V29 Pro 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 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V29 Pro (72/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V29 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo V29 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1117927 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1239 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3962 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V29 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V29 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V29 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo V29 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo V29 Pro by 175.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V29 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V29 Pro (91/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo V29 Pro 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 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V29 Pro (72/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V29 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V29 Pro?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo V29 Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V29 Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo V29 Pro — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V29 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V29 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo V29 Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo V29 Pro is a better fit for active users.