Redmi K90 vs Vivo X90 Pro

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo X90 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200; estimated prices are $401 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 33/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4870); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.3mm).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro by 35 points (68/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Vivo X90 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 58
Design 32
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4870 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
  • Lighter: 206g vs 214g
  • Cheaper: $401 vs $799

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo X90 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W

  • Overall rating 33/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo X90 Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 35 points higher (68/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo X90 Pro: The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Vivo X90 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 9200
AnTuTu 3088357
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 1260x2800
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 4870 mAh
Charging 100W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China)
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 164.1×74.5×9.3 mm
Weight 206 g 214 g
Price $401 $799
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Vivo X90 Pro
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X90 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Vivo X90 Pro
  • 4870 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Vivo X90 Pro
$799

Price difference: $398. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $398.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (69/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (53/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (71/100 vs 58/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro by 35 points (68/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X90 Pro — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo X90 Pro?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.