Redmi K90 vs Vivo V40 SE
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V40 SE (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. 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 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 568,395); the Vivo V40 SE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo V40 SE
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo V40 SE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 206g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo V40 SE, the Redmi K90 scores 27 points higher (76/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V40 SE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (58/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 SE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo V40 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V40 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V40 SE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V40 SE
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo V40 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo V40 SE by 441.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V40 SE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V40 SE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (58/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V40 SE (72/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V40 SE notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V40 SE?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V40 SE by 27 points (76/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V40 SE?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo V40 SE — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V40 SE?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V40 SE?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo V40 SE?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.