Redmi K90 vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $401 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 73/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,757,044); the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $700
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Better camera (78/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the Redmi K90 scores 3 points higher (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Redmi K90 — 80/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; 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 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (55/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3077585 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | — | |
| Launch price | $401 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 75.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Redmi K90 was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (78/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (55/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 edges out the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.