Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi Mi CC9e
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi CC9e (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 36/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4030); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 329,457); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Mi CC9e doesn't; the Xiaomi Mi CC9e is noticeably lighter (173g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi Mi CC9e
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4030 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi CC9e better?
- Lighter: 173g vs 206g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi Mi CC9e, the Redmi K90 scores 40 points higher (76/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi CC9e (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi CC9e (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi CC9e (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi CC9e (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi CC9e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi Mi CC9e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.0" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 720x1560 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4030 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 153.5×71.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi CC9e
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi CC9e
- 6.0" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mi CC9e
- 4030 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi Mi CC9e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi Mi CC9e by 834.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Mi CC9e
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi CC9e (91/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi CC9e (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi CC9e (58/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi CC9e (72/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi CC9e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi CC9e?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi CC9e by 40 points (76/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi Mi CC9e?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi Mi CC9e — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi CC9e?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi CC9e?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi Mi CC9e?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.