Should You Upgrade from the 80 Pro to the 90 Pro?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the 80 Pro to the 90 Pro, 1 year apart.
Yes — the 90 Pro is a worthwhile upgrade
The 90 Pro is 1 year newer than the 80 Pro, and the BeastScore rises from 79.8 to 82.7. The biggest improvements: camera rated 5 points higher, battery rated 8 points higher, 200 mah bigger battery.
What you gain with the 90 Pro
- +Camera rated 5 points higher
- +Battery rated 8 points higher
- +200 mAh bigger battery
- +Higher-resolution main camera (+40 MP)
- +Launched $100 cheaper
| Spec | 80 Pro | 90 Pro | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 79.8 | 82.7 | +2.9 (4%) |
| Performance score | 90 | 90 | No real change |
| Camera score | 90 | 95 | +5 (6%) |
| Battery score | 78 | 86 | +8 (10%) |
| Display score | 62 | 62 | No real change |
| Battery capacity | 4,800 mAh | 5,000 mAh | +200 mAh (4%) |
| Screen size | 6.8" | 6.8" | No real change |
| Main camera | 160 MP | 200 MP | +40 MP (25%) |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB | No real change |
| Weight | 193 g | 192 g | No real change |
| Launch price | $799 | $699 | −$100 (13%) |
Upgrade if…
- You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day
- Photo quality is a priority for you
80 Pro vs 90 Pro: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the 80 Pro to the 90 Pro?
Yes — the 90 Pro is a worthwhile upgrade. The 90 Pro is 1 year newer than the 80 Pro, and the BeastScore rises from 79.8 to 82.7. The biggest improvements: camera rated 5 points higher, battery rated 8 points higher, 200 mah bigger battery.
What is the biggest difference between the 80 Pro and 90 Pro?
Camera rated 5 points higher: 90 on the 80 Pro vs 95 on the 90 Pro.
Does the 90 Pro have a bigger battery than the 80 Pro?
The 90 Pro has a 5,000 mAh battery versus 4,800 mAh on the 80 Pro (+200 mAh (4%)).
Who should upgrade to the 90 Pro?
Upgrade if: You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day; Photo quality is a priority for you.