Huawei Nova 16 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Huawei Nova 16 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010s, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $545 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 57/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,177,196); the Huawei Nova 16 Pro is thinner (7.1mm vs 8.1mm).
Huawei Nova 16 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 16/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1177196
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1421
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4323
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $545
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 70/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 72/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 10 points higher (67/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 Pro (82/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (50/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Huawei Nova 16 Pro are nearly equal (75/100 vs 72/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010s | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1177196 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1320 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×78.0×7.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 227 g | |
| Price | $545 | $504 |
Huawei Nova 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Huawei Nova 16 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Huawei Nova 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Huawei Nova 16 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Huawei Nova 16 Pro by 69.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $41. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $41.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 Pro (82/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (94/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (50/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Huawei Nova 16 Pro are nearly equal (75/100 vs 72/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Huawei Nova 16 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei Nova 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei Nova 16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei Nova 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.