Redmi K90 vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $401 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 63/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 953,150).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo Y500 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $401
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 13 points higher (76/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (82/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo Y500 Pro — 82/100; 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 Pro (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo Y500 Pro by 222.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $181. Vivo Y500 Pro was $181 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y500 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.