Honor X70i vs Redmi K90
The Honor X70i (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $220 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 53/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 668,462); the Honor X70i is noticeably lighter (178g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X70i
Redmi K90
What makes Honor X70i better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 178g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $401
- Better portability (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 35W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X70i vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 23 points higher (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Honor X70i — 62/100, 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 X70i (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Honor X70i are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X70i (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X70i (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X70i notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X70i | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×74.6×7.3 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Honor X70i
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X70i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X70i
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X70i and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Honor X70i by 78.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $181. Honor X70i was $181 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i (91/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Honor X70i are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X70i (58/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X70i (72/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X70i notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X70i or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X70i by 23 points (76/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X70i and the Redmi K90?
The Honor X70i has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X70i or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X70i or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Honor X70i over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.