Redmi K90 vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $401 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 55/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 (China) has the bigger battery (8200 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 206g vs 213g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 8200 vs 7100 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $401
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Redmi K90 scores 21 points higher (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo Y500 (China) — 74/100; 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 Y500 (China) (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 249.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $216. Vivo Y500 (China) was $216 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 (China) and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 72/100).
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 Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.