Poco M3 Pro 5G vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $200 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 25/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 515,647); the Poco M3 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $504
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1794
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 42 points higher (67/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Poco M3 Pro 5G | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1794 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $200 | $504 |
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco M3 Pro 5G and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $304. Poco M3 Pro 5G is cheaper by $304.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (62/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (96/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 42 points (67/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G 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.