Honor X7e vs Redmi K90 Max
The Honor X7e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, 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 40/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 358,608); the Honor X7e is noticeably lighter (200g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X7e
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Honor X7e better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Better portability (56/100 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 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X7e vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 35 points higher (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Honor X7e — 40/100, 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 X7e (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X7e (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Honor X7e (78/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X7e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X7e | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1010 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.9×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Honor X7e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X7e
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X7e
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X7e and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Honor X7e by 90.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $304. Honor X7e was $304 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X7e (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X7e (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Honor X7e (78/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X7e notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X7e or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X7e by 35 points (75/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X7e and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Honor X7e has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X7e or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X7e or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Honor X7e over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.