Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4; launch prices were $401 and $415. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 73/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,375,195); the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro is noticeably lighter (181g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2375195
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6649
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $415
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro better?
- Lighter: 181g vs 206g
- Better camera (66/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 3 points higher (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro — 72/100; 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 2375195 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2072 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 6649 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1236x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 157.1×73.2×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 181 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $415 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1236x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro by 29.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $14. Redmi K90 was $14 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro leads on camera score (66/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.