Redmi K90 vs Vivo X80

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X80 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000; estimated prices are $401 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 42/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,484,077).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 by 26 points (68/100 vs 42/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Vivo X80
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 39
Design 46
Value for money 68
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1484077
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1693
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 4384
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Cheaper: $401 vs $600

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 21/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo X80 better?
  • Lighter: 203g vs 206g

  • Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo X80, the Redmi K90 scores 26 points higher (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (69/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X80 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo X80: The Vivo X80 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Vivo X80
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 3088357 1484077
Geekbench Single 3050 1693
Geekbench Multi 9300 4384
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 12 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 165.0×75.2×8.3 mm
Weight 206 g 203 g
Price $401 $600
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Vivo X80
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 32MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X80
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Vivo X80
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo X80, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Vivo X80 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
42/100 -108.1%
1484077 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Vivo X80 by 108.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Vivo X80
$600

Price difference: $199. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $199.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (69/100 vs 21/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 (71/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X80 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X80?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X80 by 26 points (68/100 vs 42/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo X80?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X80 — 42/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X80?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 43/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X80?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 21/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo X80?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X80 is a better fit for everyday use.