Huawei nova 10z vs Redmi K90 Max

Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Redmi K90 Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 18/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't; the Huawei nova 10z is noticeably lighter (179g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z by 49 points (67/100 vs 18/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 10z
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 40
Battery 17
Design 76
Value for money 55
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Huawei nova 10z better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 227g

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 16/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 40W

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 17/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 49 points higher (67/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (77/100 vs 17/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (75/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei nova 10z: The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use.
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 10z Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3803420
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2772x1280
Refresh rate 165 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 40W 100W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS HarmonyOS 2.0 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 179 g 227 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 10z
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova 10z
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 10z
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
17
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei nova 10z
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (77/100 vs 17/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (75/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z by 49 points (67/100 vs 18/100).

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

The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

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

The Huawei nova 10z leads on camera score (40/100 vs 32/100).

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

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

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

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