Huawei P30 Lite vs Redmi K90 Max
The Huawei P30 Lite (2019) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 710, 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 29/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3340); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 336,905); the Huawei P30 Lite is noticeably lighter (159g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei P30 Lite
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Huawei P30 Lite better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $504
- Better portability (90/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 336905
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 362
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1222
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3340 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei P30 Lite vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 46 points higher (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Huawei P30 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 P30 Lite (96/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P30 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Huawei P30 Lite are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P30 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei P30 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei P30 Lite | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 710 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 336905 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 362 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1222 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3340 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 152.9×72.7×7.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 159 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Huawei P30 Lite
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 24MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei P30 Lite
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei P30 Lite
- 3340 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei P30 Lite and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Huawei P30 Lite by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $204. Huawei P30 Lite was $204 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P30 Lite (96/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P30 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Huawei P30 Lite are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P30 Lite (78/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei P30 Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei P30 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei P30 Lite by 46 points (75/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei P30 Lite and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Huawei P30 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Huawei P30 Lite or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Huawei P30 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.