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).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 42 points (67/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 23
Battery 36
Design 62
Value for money 96
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?
  • 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)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Poco M3 Pro 5G: The Poco M3 Pro 5G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
23
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M3 Pro 5G and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M3 Pro 5G MediaTek Dimensity 700
25/100
515647 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +86.4%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M3 Pro 5G
$200
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $304. Poco M3 Pro 5G is cheaper by $304.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.