Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G; launch prices were $401 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 51/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4250); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 781,542); the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE is noticeably lighter (158g vs 206g).
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 781542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4250 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 158g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $401
- Better portability (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, the Redmi K90 scores 25 points higher (76/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 90/100, Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 42/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (58/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (72/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | 781542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 1017 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 2943 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4250 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 160.5×75.7×6.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 158 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $370 |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- 4250 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 295.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $31. Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE was $31 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (92/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (58/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE (72/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE by 25 points (76/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (92/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE is a better fit for everyday use.