Poco F3 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Poco F3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $370 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 998,482).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F3
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Poco F3 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $561
- Better portability (64/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 998482
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F3 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Poco F3 — 40/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Poco F3 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (78/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F3 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 998482 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4520 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.4×7.8 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Poco F3
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F3
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F3
- 4520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F3 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Poco F3 by 72.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $191. Poco F3 was $191 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (97/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Poco F3 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (78/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (89/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F3 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F3 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco F3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F3 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F3 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Poco F3 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.