Honor X6 vs Redmi K90
The Honor X6 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $140 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 29/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 163,723); the Honor X6 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X6
Redmi K90
What makes Honor X6 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $401
- Better portability (60/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 163723
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 185
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 521
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X6 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 47 points higher (76/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Honor X6 — 34/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Honor X6 (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X6 (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X6 (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X6 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X6 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G25 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 163723 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 185 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 521 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.1×8.7 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Honor X6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X6
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X6
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X6 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Honor X6 by 94.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $261. Honor X6 was $261 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X6 (91/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X6 (82/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X6 (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X6 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X6 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X6 by 47 points (76/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X6 and the Redmi K90?
The Honor X6 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X6 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X6 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Honor X6 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.