Honor X5d vs Redmi K90 Max
The Honor X5d (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $100 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 31/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5260); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 358,608); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X5d doesn't; the Honor X5d is noticeably lighter (186g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X5d
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Honor X5d better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $504
- Better portability (68/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5260 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X5d vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 44 points higher (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Honor X5d — 50/100, 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 X5d (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X5d (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Honor X5d (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X5d (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X5d notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X5d | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" TFT LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5260 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 167.0×77.0×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Honor X5d
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X5d
- 6.7" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X5d
- 5260 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X5d and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Honor X5d by 90.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $404. Honor X5d was $404 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X5d (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X5d (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Honor X5d (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X5d (78/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X5d notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X5d or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X5d by 44 points (75/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X5d and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Honor X5d has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X5d or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X5d or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Honor X5d over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.