Poco C40 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 11/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco C40 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 227g).
Poco C40
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 204g vs 227g
- Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 16/100)
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 56 points higher (67/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 45/100). 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 Poco C40 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (45/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco C40 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 227 g | |
| Price | — | $504 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (77/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (45/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco C40 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 56 points (67/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C40 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco C40 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.