Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 11i

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 34/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't.

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 34 points (68/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Xiaomi 11i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 51
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 41/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11i better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Overall rating 34/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Redmi K90 scores 34 points higher (68/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (82/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 11i: The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Xiaomi 11i
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G
AnTuTu 3088357
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 11, MIUI 12.5
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 206 g 207 g
Price $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Xiaomi 11i
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 11i
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Xiaomi 11i
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (69/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (71/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 34 points (68/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 11i?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 41/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 11i?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.