Poco M6 vs Redmi K90 Ultra
The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi K90 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 40/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,233,695 vs 513,809); the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't; the Poco M6 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Redmi K90 Ultra
What makes Poco M6 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $420
- Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3233695 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 732
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1954
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Redmi K90 Ultra, the Redmi K90 Ultra scores 33 points higher (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco M6 — 62/100, Redmi K90 Ultra — 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 | Redmi K90 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3233695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 732 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1954 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1280x2772 | |
| 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 | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M6
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Ultra
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Ultra leads Poco M6 by 84.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Poco M6 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (92/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 by 33 points (73/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Redmi K90 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 or the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?
The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.