Redmi K90 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 7/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Redmi K90
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 206g vs 207g
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 7/100
Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Redmi K90 scores 61 points higher (68/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 and the ZTE Libero 5G III are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3088357 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2510x1156 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $401 | — |
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (69/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (53/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (71/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 and the ZTE Libero 5G III are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 61 points (68/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.