Honor X40i vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Honor X40i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 515,647); the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X40i doesn't; the Honor X40i is noticeably lighter (175g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X40i
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes Honor X40i better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 227g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X40i vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (92/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X40i significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (80/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X40i | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×74.5×7.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | — | $420 |
Camera comparison
Honor X40i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X40i
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X40i
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X40i and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Honor X40i by 84.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Honor X40i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (92/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (78/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X40i significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (80/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X40i or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Honor X40i by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X40i and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Honor X40i has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X40i or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X40i or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Honor X40i over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.