Redmi K90 vs ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 62/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,135,878); the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4200 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 206g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, the Redmi K90 scores 14 points higher (76/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (72/100 vs 30/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.6×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $401 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Front: —
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
- 4200 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G by 170.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G (72/100 vs 30/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G leads on camera score (63/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 31 Pro 5G is a better fit for active users.