Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 11T
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 11T (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200; launch prices were $401 and $390. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 56/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 904,519).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 11T
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 904519
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1143
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3353
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11T better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $390 vs $401
- Overall rating 56/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 11T, the Redmi K90 scores 20 points higher (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi 11T — 42/100; 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 Xiaomi 11T (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 11T are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11T (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 11T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 904519 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1143 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3353 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 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 | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 164.1×76.9×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $390 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 11T
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 11T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 11T by 240.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $11. Xiaomi 11T was $11 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11T (91/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 11T are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11T (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 11T?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11T by 20 points (76/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 11T?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 11T — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 11T?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 11T?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 11T?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.