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; launch prices were $200 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 41/100 (a 34-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 (3,760,662 vs 515,647); the Poco M3 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $504
- Better portability (55/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1736
- 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 (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 34 points higher (75/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco M3 Pro 5G — 42/100, 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 Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M3 Pro 5G | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 10243 | |
| 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) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.3×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
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 86.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $304. Poco M3 Pro 5G was $304 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (78/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
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 34 points (75/100 vs 41/100).
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 41/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.