Poco F8 vs Redmi K90
The Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $499 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 74/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,494 vs 3,126,402).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8
Redmi K90
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
- Lighter: 205g vs 206g
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126494 vs 3126402
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $401 vs $499
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 2 points higher (76/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Poco F8 — 70/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco F8 (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco F8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3126494 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $98. Redmi K90 was $98 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco F8 (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco F8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Poco F8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 and the Redmi K90?
The Poco F8 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 over the Redmi K90?
The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.