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; estimated prices are $120 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Ultra has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 408,000); the Redmi K90 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't; the Poco M6 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Performance 39
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money
Redmi K90 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money
What makes Poco M6 better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $120 vs $420

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 408000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 732
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1954
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 39/100)
  • 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 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (92/100 vs 39/100). 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).

Poco M6: The Poco M6 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Ultra: The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M6 Redmi K90 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 408000 3119308
Geekbench Single 732 3041
Geekbench Multi 1954 9494
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
Price $120 $420
Camera comparison
Poco M6
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco M6
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Poco M6
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi K90 Ultra
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M6 and Redmi K90 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M6 MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
39/100
408000 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
73/100 +86.9%
3119308 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Ultra leads Poco M6 by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M6
$120
Redmi K90 Ultra
$420

Price difference: $300. Poco M6 is cheaper by $300.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (92/100 vs 39/100).

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 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).

What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, 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 39/100).

Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Redmi K90 Ultra?

The Poco M6 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.