Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 59/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,010,069); the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 10.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4650 mAh
- Lighter: 206g vs 218g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5, the Redmi K90 scores 17 points higher (76/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (72/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (55/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4650 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Joy UI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.8×76.3×10.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi Black Shark 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi Black Shark 5 by 204.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Black Shark 5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (72/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (55/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a better fit for active users.