Poco M6 Plus vs Redmi K90 Max

The Poco M6 Plus (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 32/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 Plus doesn't; the Poco M6 Plus is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus by 35 points (67/100 vs 32/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Plus
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Poco M6 Plus better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 205g vs 227g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 16/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M6 Plus vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 35 points higher (67/100 vs 32/100). 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 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M6 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (43/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).

Poco M6 Plus: The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.
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 M6 Plus Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3803420
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53 IP66
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 205 g 227 g
Price $504
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Plus
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
37
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Poco M6 Plus
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Plus
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M6 Plus
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (77/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco M6 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (43/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Plus or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus by 35 points (67/100 vs 32/100).

What is the rating of the Poco M6 Plus and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco M6 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Plus or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco M6 Plus leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Plus or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco M6 Plus over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.