Poco F6 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $290 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 47/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,718,632); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 20 points (67/100 vs 47/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Performance 28
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 54
Design 76
Value for money 90
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Poco F6 better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $290 vs $504

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (90/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1718632
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1930
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 5017
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 28/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 20 points higher (67/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F6 leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (82/100 vs 28/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco F6 (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Poco F6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Poco F6: The Poco F6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco F6 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1718632 3803420
Geekbench Single 1930 3228
Geekbench Multi 5017 9553
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 90W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 / HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2400 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP66
Dimensions 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 179 g 227 g
Price $290 $504
Camera comparison
Poco F6
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Poco F6
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco F6
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco F6 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco F6 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
47/100
1718632 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +54.8%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Poco F6 by 54.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F6
$290
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $214. Poco F6 is cheaper by $214.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (82/100 vs 28/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco F6 (77/100 vs 54/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco F6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (76/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 20 points (67/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 28/100).

Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco F6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.