Redmi K90 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 22/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 46 points (68/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 65W

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 206g

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 46 points higher (68/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 50/100). 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 V40 Pro (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (62/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 3088357
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 100W 65W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 206 g 190 g
Price $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (69/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (53/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (71/100 vs 50/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (62/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 46 points (68/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.