Poco M5s vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $210 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 46/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 535,127); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $561
- Better portability (68/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M5s — 50/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M5s (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5s and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Poco M5s by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $351. Poco M5s was $351 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (97/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M5s (81/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s by 40 points (86/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.