Huawei nova 12 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. 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 4600); the Huawei nova 12 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 227g).
Huawei nova 12
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 191g vs 227g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 16/100)
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). 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 12 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 227 g | |
| Price | — | $504 |
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (77/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (61/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 by 33 points (67/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei nova 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 12 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei nova 12 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.