Redmi K90 vs Vivo V70 Lite
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V70 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $401 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 57/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 953,150); the Vivo V70 Lite is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo V70 Lite
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo V70 Lite better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $401
- Better portability (71/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo V70 Lite, the Redmi K90 scores 19 points higher (76/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo V70 Lite — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V70 Lite are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (58/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V70 Lite are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (71/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo V70 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| 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 / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.8×76.3×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V70 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V70 Lite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V70 Lite
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo V70 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo V70 Lite by 222.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $102. Vivo V70 Lite was $102 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V70 Lite are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V70 Lite (58/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V70 Lite are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (71/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo V70 Lite — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo V70 Lite — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo V70 Lite?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.