Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G; launch prices were $401 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 41/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 597,974).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $401
- Better portability (65/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G, the Redmi K90 scores 35 points higher (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G — 16/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (82/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (58/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (72/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4160 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 430 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.7×74.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
- 4160 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G by 414.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (91/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (82/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (58/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (72/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G by 35 points (76/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.