Honor X8 vs Redmi K90
The Honor X8 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $260 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 38/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 424,216); the Honor X8 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8
Redmi K90
What makes Honor X8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $401
- Better portability (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 38 points higher (76/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Honor X8 — 24/100, 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 X8 (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X8 (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X8 (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, Magic UI 4.2, Google Play Services | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×74.7×7.5 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X8
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X8 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Honor X8 by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $141. Honor X8 was $141 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X8 (82/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X8 (58/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (72/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 by 38 points (76/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8 and the Redmi K90?
The Honor X8 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.