Huawei P20 Lite vs Redmi K90 Max
The Huawei P20 Lite (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $300 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 15/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Huawei P20 Lite is noticeably lighter (145g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei P20 Lite
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Huawei P20 Lite better?
- Lighter: 145g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $504
- Better portability (90/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei P20 Lite vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 60 points higher (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Huawei P20 Lite — 0/100, 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 P20 Lite (96/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei P20 Lite | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 148.6×71.2×7.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 145 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Huawei P20 Lite
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei P20 Lite
- 5.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei P20 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $204. Huawei P20 Lite was $204 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (96/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (37/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei P20 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite by 60 points (75/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei P20 Lite and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei P20 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei P20 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei P20 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Huawei P20 Lite over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.