Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G; launch prices were $401 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 46/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4250); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 531,656); the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G is noticeably lighter (157g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4250 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 157g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $401
- Better portability (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G, the Redmi K90 scores 30 points higher (76/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G — 30/100; 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 11 Lite 4G (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (72/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 531656 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 752 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1819 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4250 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 160.5×75.7×6.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 157 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G
- 4250 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G by 478.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $101. Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G was $101 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (58/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G (72/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G by 30 points (76/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 4G?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.