Huawei nova 14 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Huawei nova 14 (2025) runs on the Kirin 8000, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $360 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 57/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 682,743); the Huawei nova 14 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 14
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Huawei nova 14 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $360 vs $504
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 682743
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 904
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2420
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 18 points higher (75/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Huawei nova 14 — 46/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 (96/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 14 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 14 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8000 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 682743 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 904 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2420 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×75.5×7.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $360 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 14
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 14
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 14 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Huawei nova 14 by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $144. Huawei nova 14 was $144 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 (96/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 14 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Huawei nova 14 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei nova 14 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei nova 14 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 14 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.