Honor 9 Lite vs Redmi K90 Max
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 15/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9 Lite doesn't; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9 Lite
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Honor 9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Better portability (88/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 9 Lite vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 60 points higher (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Honor 9 Lite — 0/100, 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 9 Lite (96/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (78/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (88/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $304. Honor 9 Lite was $304 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (96/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (37/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (78/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (88/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 60 points (75/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 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.