Huawei nova Y74 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Huawei nova Y74 (2026) runs on the Kirin 710A, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 35/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6620); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 343,622); the Huawei nova Y74 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y74
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Huawei nova Y74 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $504
- Better portability (50/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 343622
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 318
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1201
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6620 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 40 points higher (75/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Huawei nova Y74 — 20/100, 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 Y74 (96/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y74 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 710A | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 343622 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 318 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1201 | 10243 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $245 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Y74 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Huawei nova Y74 by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $259. Huawei nova Y74 was $259 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (96/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (78/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y74 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
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 40 points (75/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.