Poco F3 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Poco F3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $370 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 54/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 994,842); the Poco F3 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 by 20 points (74/100 vs 54/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F3
Performance 61
Display 79
Camera 36
Battery 42
Portability 64
Value for money
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money
What makes Poco F3 better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $370 vs $504

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 994842
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1298
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3520
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 4520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F3 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 20 points higher (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco F3 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Poco F3 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).

Poco F3: The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco F3 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 994842 3803420
Geekbench Single 1298 3228
Geekbench Multi 3520 9553
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4520 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP66
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 196 g 227 g
Price $370 $504
Camera comparison
Poco F3
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco F3
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Poco F3
  • 4520 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
42
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco F3 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco F3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
54/100
994842 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
74/100 +73.8%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Poco F3 by 73.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F3
$370
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $134. Poco F3 is cheaper by $134.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (95/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco F3 (94/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Poco F3 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (78/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (64/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F3 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 by 20 points (74/100 vs 54/100).

What is the rating of the Poco F3 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco F3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco F3 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Poco F3 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.