Poco F8 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $529 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 67/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6210); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 3,033,306); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 227g).
Poco F8 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 227g
- Better camera (68/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 16/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 3033306
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9300
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6210 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $504 vs $529
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 73/100)
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Poco F8 Pro scores 4 points higher (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "design" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (51/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3033306 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $529 | $504 |
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Poco F8 Pro by 20.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $25. Redmi K90 Max is cheaper by $25.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (68/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (51/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco F8 Pro edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco F8 Pro 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, budget-conscious buyers.