Redmi K90 vs Vivo Y51 Pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y51 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo; launch prices were $401 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 49/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y51 Pro has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 925,409); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y51 Pro doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Vivo Y51 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 925409
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1025
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2882
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y51 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 7100 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $401
- Overall rating 49/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo Y51 Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 27 points higher (76/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Vivo Y51 Pro — 52/100; 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 Y51 Pro (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Vivo Y51 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 925409 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1025 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2882 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7200 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 | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1250 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y51 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y51 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y51 Pro
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Vivo Y51 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Vivo Y51 Pro by 232.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $171. Vivo Y51 Pro was $171 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro (91/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y51 Pro?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro by 27 points (76/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y51 Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo Y51 Pro — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y51 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y51 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo Y51 Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.