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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 60/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,504,467).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo X80
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1504467
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 47/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Vivo X80 better?
- Lighter: 203g vs 206g
- Overall rating 60/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo X80, the Redmi K90 scores 16 points higher (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo X80 (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo X80 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo X80 (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo X80 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo X80 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X80
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X80
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X80
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo X80, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo X80 by 104.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X80
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo X80 (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo X80 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 47/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo X80 (72/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo X80 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo X80 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo X80 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 47/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo X80?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X80 is a better fit for active users.