Poco F8 Ultra vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $729 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 86/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 3,622,315).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Ultra
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 3622315
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6500 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $561 vs $729
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 3 points higher (89/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 78/100). Value score: Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100, 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Poco F8 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3651476 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 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 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Ultra and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Redmi K90 Pro Max by 0.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $168. Redmi K90 Pro Max was $168 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Poco F8 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (54/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 Ultra edges out the Redmi K90 Pro Max by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Redmi K90 Pro 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 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.