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; launch prices were $401 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 63/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,175,951).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 13T
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1175951
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3700
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $450
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13T better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 206g
- Better camera (60/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 13T, the Redmi K90 scores 13 points higher (76/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi 13T — 50/100; 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 13T (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (60/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1175951 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $401 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 13T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 13T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 13T by 161.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Redmi K90 was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (60/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 13T — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 13T?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 13T — 63/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 13T?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for active users.