Honor X8d vs Redmi K90
The Honor X8d (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2, 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 48/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 505,682); the Honor X8d is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8d
Redmi K90
What makes Honor X8d better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $401
- Better portability (73/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 505682
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 484
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1558
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 36/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8d vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 28 points higher (76/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Honor X8d — 52/100, 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 X8d (91/100 vs 36/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Honor X8d are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X8d (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X8d (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8d notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8d | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 505682 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 484 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1558 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, MagicOS 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.3×7.5 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8d
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X8d
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8d
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X8d and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Honor X8d by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $181. Honor X8d was $181 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8d (91/100 vs 36/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Honor X8d are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X8d (58/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X8d (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8d notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8d or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X8d by 28 points (76/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8d and the Redmi K90?
The Honor X8d has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8d or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8d or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8d over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.