Huawei nova 11 vs Redmi K90
The Huawei nova 11 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $349 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 55/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 783,606); the Huawei nova 11 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 11
Redmi K90
What makes Huawei nova 11 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $401
- Better portability (90/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 11 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 21 points higher (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Huawei nova 11 — 44/100, 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 Huawei nova 11 (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Huawei nova 11 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11 (72/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 11 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (90/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 11 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 783606 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×75.0×6.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 11
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 11
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 11
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 11 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Huawei nova 11 by 74.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $52. Huawei nova 11 was $52 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11 (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Huawei nova 11 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11 (72/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 11 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (90/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 11 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11 by 21 points (76/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 11 and the Redmi K90?
The Huawei nova 11 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 11 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 11 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 11 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.