Poco F8 Ultra vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $729 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 75/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 3,651,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Ultra
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 218g vs 227g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 3651476
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $504 vs $729
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 14 points higher (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Poco F8 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Poco F8 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3651476 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 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 | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Ultra and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Poco F8 Ultra by 2.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $225. Redmi K90 Max was $225 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Poco F8 Ultra are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco F8 Ultra is noticeably better than the Redmi K90 Max — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.