Huawei Pura X Max vs Redmi K90
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1520 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 70/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5300); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,107,301); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Redmi K90
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Better portability (58/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2107301
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6200
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Lighter: 206g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $1520
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 6 points higher (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 72/100. In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 9287 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Huawei Pura X Max by 31.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1119. Redmi K90 was $1119 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 72/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Huawei Pura X Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Redmi K90?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Redmi K90?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.