Huawei nova 12 vs Redmi K90
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 34/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4600); the Huawei nova 12 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 206g).
Huawei nova 12
Redmi K90
- Lighter: 191g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 34 points higher (68/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3088357 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 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 / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 206 g | |
| Price | — | $401 |
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (69/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (71/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (61/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 by 34 points (68/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Redmi K90?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 12 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Redmi K90?
The Huawei nova 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.