Honor X8 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Honor X8 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $260 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 38/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 424,216); the Honor X8 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Honor X8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $504
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 37 points higher (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Honor X8 — 24/100, 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 X8 (96/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X8 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (78/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Magic UI 4.2, Google Play Services | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×74.7×7.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X8
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X8 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Honor X8 by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $244. Honor X8 was $244 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (96/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor X8 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (78/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (78/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Honor X8 by 37 points (75/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Honor X8 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Honor X8 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.