Redmi K90 vs Vivo Y05
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $401 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 33/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y05 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo Y05
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1750
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 206g vs 209g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y05 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $401
- Overall rating 33/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo Y05, the Redmi K90 scores 43 points higher (76/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo Y05 — 58/100; 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 Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo Y05 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y05
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y05
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y05
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $311. Vivo Y05 was $311 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 (58/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y05 by 43 points (76/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo Y05 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo Y05?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.