Huawei nova 10 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Huawei nova 10 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $450 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 34/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 781,542); the Huawei nova 10 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10 by 33 points (67/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 10
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 23
Design 90
Value for money 79
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Huawei nova 10 better?
  • Lighter: 168g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $450 vs $504

  • Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 781542
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1017
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2943
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 1/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 23/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova 10 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 33 points higher (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10 (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10 (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 10 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

Huawei nova 10: The Huawei nova 10 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei nova 10 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 781542 3803420
Geekbench Single 1017 3228
Geekbench Multi 2943 9553
Display 6.7" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 66W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 60 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS HarmonyOS 2.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.2×73.9×6.9 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 168 g 227 g
Price $450 $504
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 10
  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 60MP
41
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova 10
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 10
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
23
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Huawei nova 10 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Huawei nova 10 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G
34/100
781542 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +79.5%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Huawei nova 10 by 79.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei nova 10
$450
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $54. Huawei nova 10 is cheaper by $54.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10 (82/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10 (77/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 10 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 10 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10 by 33 points (67/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Huawei nova 10 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 10 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Huawei nova 10 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 10 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Huawei nova 10 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Huawei nova 10 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.