Honor X8b vs Redmi K90
The Honor X8b (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $250 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 45/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 424,216); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X8b doesn't; the Honor X8b is noticeably lighter (166g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8b
Redmi K90
What makes Honor X8b better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 166g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $401
- Better portability (92/100 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 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 35W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8b vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 31 points higher (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Honor X8b — 40/100, 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 X8b (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (72/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8b | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MagicOS 7.2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×74.6×6.8 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8b
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X8b
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8b
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X8b and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Honor X8b by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $151. Honor X8b was $151 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (72/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8b or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8b and the Redmi K90?
The Honor X8b has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8b or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8b or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8b over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.