Redmi K90 vs Vivo Y27 (2023)

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y27 (2023) (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 38/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 346,495); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y27 (2023) doesn't; the Vivo Y27 (2023) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) by 38 points (76/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 92
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 90
Vivo Y27 (2023)
Performance 29
Display 57
Camera 30
Battery 48
Portability 63
Value for money
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1364
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo Y27 (2023) better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 206g

  • Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo Y27 (2023), the Redmi K90 scores 38 points higher (76/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (82/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (72/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y27 (2023): The Vivo Y27 (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Vivo Y27 (2023)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 3088357 346495
Geekbench Single 3041 420
Geekbench Multi 9494 1364
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 164.1×76.2×8.1 mm
Weight 206 g 190 g
Launch price $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: —
57
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo Y27 (2023), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Vivo Y27 (2023) MediaTek Helio G85
38/100 -791.3%
346495 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Vivo Y27 (2023) by 791.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K90
$401
Vivo Y27 (2023)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (92/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (82/100 vs 57/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (58/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) (72/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y27 (2023) by 38 points (76/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo Y27 (2023) — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y27 (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.