Huawei nova Y74 vs Redmi K90 Max

Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Redmi K90 Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 24/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6620); the Huawei nova Y74 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 by 43 points (67/100 vs 24/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y74
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 53
Design 37
Value for money 55
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Huawei nova Y74 better?
  • Lighter: 210g vs 227g

  • Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 16/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6620 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 43 points higher (67/100 vs 24/100). 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 53/100). 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 Y74 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (37/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei nova Y74: The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei nova Y74 Redmi K90 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3803420
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1604 2772x1280
Refresh rate 90 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 6620 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 40W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS EMUI 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 850 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 210 g 227 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y74
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y74
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y74
  • 6620 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei nova Y74
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (77/100 vs 53/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (37/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 by 43 points (67/100 vs 24/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Huawei nova Y74 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.