Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi 15T Pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 15T Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $401 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15T Pro leads — 83/100 vs 76/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,583,659).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi 15T Pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2583659
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 206g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $650
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 87/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15T Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (80/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi 15T Pro, the Xiaomi 15T Pro scores 7 points higher (83/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro leads (80/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi 15T Pro — 80/100; 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 and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi 15T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 2583659 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 149 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 162.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- 5500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:09 hrs, total 27:31 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi 15T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi 15T Pro by 19.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Redmi K90 was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (80/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15T Pro edges out the Redmi K90 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 15T Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15T Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 15T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.