Huawei Mate 90 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max

The Huawei Mate 90 Pro (2026) runs on the Kirin 9035, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6600); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,811,490).

Both devices scored the same rating of 75/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Huawei Mate 90 Pro

Performance 78
Display 84
Camera 68
Battery 85
Portability 46
Value for money —

Redmi K90 Max

Performance 96
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 72

What makes Huawei Mate 90 Pro better?

  • Lighter: 222g vs 227g

  • Better camera (68/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (46/100 vs 41/100)

What makes Redmi K90 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1811490
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6600 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)

Comparison verdict

The Huawei Mate 90 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro leads (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 90 Pro (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).

Huawei Mate 90 Pro: The Huawei Mate 90 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification Huawei Mate 90 Pro Redmi K90 Max
Processor Kirin 9035 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1811490 3760662
Geekbench Single — 3352
Geekbench Multi — 10402
Display 6.8" Dual-layer LTPO OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2832 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 6600 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 100W 100W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 40 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS HarmonyOS 7.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 12000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP66
Dimensions 161.9×75.7×8.0 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 222 g 227 g
Launch price — $504

Camera comparison

Huawei Mate 90 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 40MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
68
camera

Redmi K90 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Huawei Mate 90 Pro

  • 6.8" Dual-layer LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2832
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Redmi K90 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display

Battery and charging

Huawei Mate 90 Pro

  • 6600 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
85
battery

Redmi K90 Max

  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Huawei Mate 90 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Huawei Mate 90 Pro Kirin 9035
75/100
1811490 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
75/100 +51.8%
3760662 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Huawei Mate 90 Pro by 51.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Huawei Mate 90 Pro

Price unknown

Redmi K90 Max

$504

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 90 Pro (96/100 vs 78/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Huawei Mate 90 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?

Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 78/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei Mate 90 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Huawei Mate 90 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate 90 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Huawei Mate 90 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate 90 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 78/100).

Should you choose the Huawei Mate 90 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Huawei Mate 90 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.