Redmi K90 vs Vivo V29
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V29 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G; estimated prices are $401 and $533. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 35/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4600); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 781,542); the Vivo V29 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Redmi K90
Vivo V29
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 781542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper: $401 vs $533
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 73/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo V29, the Redmi K90 scores 33 points higher (68/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (69/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo V29 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 73/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo V29 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 781542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 2943 | |
| 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 | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $401 | $533 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V29
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V29
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V29
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo V29, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo V29 by 295.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $132. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $132.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (69/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 (71/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo V29 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (67/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 73/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V29?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V29 by 33 points (68/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V29?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo V29 — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V29?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V29?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo V29?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo V29 is a better fit for everyday use.