Redmi K90 vs Vivo X500
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $401 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 76/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 7100); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 3,077,585).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo X500
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 206g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $820
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 3077585
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 7100 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 13 points higher (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; 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 X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Redmi K90 by 21.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $419. Redmi K90 was $419 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (87/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo X500?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.