Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 13T

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 13T (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra; estimated prices are $401 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 44/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 1,174,898).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Xiaomi 13T
Performance 9
Display 100
Camera 60
Battery 48
Design 53
Value for money 79
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 1174898
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1050
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 3700
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Cheaper: $401 vs $450

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 9/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13T better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 197g vs 206g

  • Better camera (60/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 13T, the Redmi K90 scores 24 points higher (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 9/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (69/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (60/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 13T are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 13T: The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Xiaomi 13T
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra
AnTuTu 3088357 1174898
Geekbench Single 3050 1050
Geekbench Multi 9300 3700
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 2712x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 67W
DXOMark (camera) 123
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 162.2×75.7×8.5 mm
Weight 206 g 197 g
Price $401 $450
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Xiaomi 13T
  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
60
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 13T
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Xiaomi 13T
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 13T MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra
44/100 -162.9%
1174898 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 13T by 162.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Xiaomi 13T
$450

Price difference: $49. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $49.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (69/100 vs 9/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (60/100 vs 53/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (71/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 13T are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 13T?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 13T?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 13T — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 13T?

The Xiaomi 13T leads on camera score (60/100 vs 53/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 13T?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 9/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 13T?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.