Poco M5 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco M5 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $170 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 Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 554,590); the Poco M5 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Poco M5 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $504
- Better portability (49/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5 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 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco M5 — 50/100, 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 M5 (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Poco M5 by 85.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $334. Poco M5 was $334 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5 (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5 by 34 points (75/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco M5 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.