Redmi K90 vs Xiaomi Mi Note 10
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G; launch prices were $401 and $430. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 49/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5260); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 533,630); the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.7mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Xiaomi Mi Note 10
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 533630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 697
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1809
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5260 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 206g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $430
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi Note 10 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (59/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Xiaomi Mi Note 10, the Redmi K90 scores 27 points higher (76/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, Xiaomi Mi Note 10 — 24/100; 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 Note 10 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (82/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (72/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (55/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | Xiaomi Mi Note 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 533630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 697 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1809 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5260 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 157.8×74.2×9.7 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | $430 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mi Note 10
- Main: 108MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 20MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi Note 10
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mi Note 10
- 5260 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and Xiaomi Mi Note 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Xiaomi Mi Note 10 by 476.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $29. Redmi K90 was $29 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (82/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (72/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (55/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 by 27 points (76/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Xiaomi Mi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 — 49/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Xiaomi Mi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Xiaomi Mi Note 10?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.