Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 14

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $401 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 61/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4610); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 2,363,726).

The Redmi K90 edges out the Xiaomi 14 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Xiaomi 14
Performance 45
Display 100
Camera 71
Battery 53
Design 58
Value for money 69
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 2363726
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2200
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 7000
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4610 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Cheaper: $401 vs $599

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 45/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 206g

  • Better camera (71/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 14, the Redmi K90 scores 7 points higher (68/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (69/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 14: The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Xiaomi 14
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 3088357 2363726
Geekbench Single 3050 2200
Geekbench Multi 9300 7000
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 2670x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 4610 mAh
Charging 100W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 138
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 14 / HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm
Weight 206 g 193 g
Price $401 $599
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Xiaomi 14
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
71
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 14
  • 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2670x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Xiaomi 14
  • 4610 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
53
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100
3088357 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 14 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
61/100 -30.7%
2363726 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 14 by 30.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Xiaomi 14
$599

Price difference: $198. Redmi K90 is cheaper by $198.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (69/100 vs 45/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (71/100 vs 53/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (71/100 vs 53/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (58/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 69/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 14?

The Redmi K90 edges out the Xiaomi 14 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 14?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 61/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 14?

The Xiaomi 14 leads on camera score (71/100 vs 53/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 14?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 45/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 14?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for everyday use.