Redmi K90 vs Vivo X300 FE
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X300 FE (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $401 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 FE leads — 81/100 vs 76/100 (a 5-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 2,869,139); the Vivo X300 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo X300 FE
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2869139
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $699
- Overall rating 76/100
What makes Vivo X300 FE better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo X300 FE, the Vivo X300 FE scores 5 points higher (81/100 vs 76/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo X300 FE — 76/100; 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 Vivo X300 FE and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 FE is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 FE is a bit better (81/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 FE is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo X300 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 2869139 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 FE
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 FE
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo X300 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo X300 FE by 7.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $298. Redmi K90 was $298 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 FE is a bit better (64/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 FE is a bit better (81/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 FE is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X300 FE?
The Vivo X300 FE edges out the Redmi K90 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo X300 FE?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo X300 FE — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X300 FE?
The Vivo X300 FE leads on camera score (64/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo X300 FE?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X300 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.