Honor X9d vs Redmi K90
The Honor X9d (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $330 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 60/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Honor X9d has the bigger battery (8300 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 977,304).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X9d
Redmi K90
What makes Honor X9d better?
- Bigger battery: 8300 vs 7100 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $401
- Better portability (65/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 977304
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1087
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3148
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X9d vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 16 points higher (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Honor X9d — 56/100, 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 X9d (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X9d (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Honor X9d are nearly equal (72/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X9d is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X9d | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 977304 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1087 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3148 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1200 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8300 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×76.1×7.8 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Honor X9d
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X9d
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X9d
- 8300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X9d and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Honor X9d by 68.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. Honor X9d was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X9d (91/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X9d (58/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 and the Honor X9d are nearly equal (72/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X9d is a bit better (65/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X9d or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Honor X9d — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Honor X9d and the Redmi K90?
The Honor X9d has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X9d or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X9d or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Honor X9d over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.