Redmi K90 vs Vivo V40 Lite
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V40 Lite (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; estimated prices are $401 and $572. 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 5500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 736,675); the Vivo V40 Lite is noticeably lighter (179g vs 206g).
Redmi K90
Vivo V40 Lite
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 736675
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 935
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 2719
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Cheaper: $401 vs $572
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 49/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 70/100)
- Lighter: 179g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo V40 Lite, the Redmi K90 scores 33 points higher (68/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo V40 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo V40 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 736675 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 935 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 2719 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.4×74.8×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 179 g | |
| Price | $401 | $572 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V40 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V40 Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V40 Lite
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo V40 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo V40 Lite by 319.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $171. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $171.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (69/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (53/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite (71/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo V40 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (76/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 70/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 Lite by 33 points (68/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo V40 Lite — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo V40 Lite?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo V40 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.