Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3

Comparing the Redmi K90 (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 5/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 63 points (68/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 better?

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Redmi K90 scores 63 points higher (68/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (71/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3088357
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.6" AMOLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 206 g
Price $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (69/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (53/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (71/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 63 points (68/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.