Honor 10 Lite vs Redmi K90 Max
The Honor 10 Lite (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 710, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $220 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 24/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 336,905); the Honor 10 Lite is noticeably lighter (162g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 10 Lite
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Honor 10 Lite better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $504
- Better portability (82/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 336905
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 362
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1222
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 10 Lite vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 51 points higher (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Honor 10 Lite — 4/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 10 Lite (96/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 10 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Honor 10 Lite (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 10 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 10 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (82/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 10 Lite | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 710 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 336905 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 362 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1222 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 154.8×73.6×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Honor 10 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor 10 Lite
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 10 Lite
- 3400 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor 10 Lite and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Honor 10 Lite by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $284. Honor 10 Lite was $284 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 10 Lite (96/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 10 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Honor 10 Lite (37/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 10 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 10 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (82/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 10 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 10 Lite by 51 points (75/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 10 Lite and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Honor 10 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 10 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 10 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Honor 10 Lite over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.