Redmi K90 vs Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo; launch prices were $401 and $285. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 56/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7050); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 925,409).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 925409
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1025
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2882
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $285 vs $401
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India), the Redmi K90 scores 20 points higher (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) — 54/100; 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 V80 Lite 5G (India) (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 925409 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1025 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2882 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.4×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $285 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)
- 7050 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) by 232.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $116. Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) was $116 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) (91/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) by 20 points (76/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India) — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo V80 Lite 5G (India)?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.