Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi Mi 9T
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi 9T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730; launch prices were $401 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 40/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 502,844); the Xiaomi Mi 9T is noticeably lighter (191g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi Mi 9T
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 502844
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9T better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $401
- Better portability (56/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi Mi 9T, the Redmi K90 scores 36 points higher (76/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi Mi 9T — 18/100; 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 9T (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (82/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (58/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi Mi 9T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 502844 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 724 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi 9T
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mi 9T
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi Mi 9T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi Mi 9T by 512.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $101. Xiaomi Mi 9T was $101 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (82/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (58/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T (72/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T by 36 points (76/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9T — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi Mi 9T?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.