Huawei Nova 16z vs Redmi K90
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $370 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 64/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Redmi K90
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $401
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 12 points higher (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100, 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 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Huawei Nova 16z by 62.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Huawei Nova 16z was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (91/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Huawei Nova 16z — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Redmi K90?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Redmi K90?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.