Poco M8 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max

The Poco M8 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $289 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 41/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 1,035,754); the Poco M8 Pro is noticeably lighter (206g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro by 26 points (67/100 vs 41/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8 Pro
Performance 7
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 68
Design 42
Value for money 90
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Poco M8 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 206g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $289 vs $504

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (90/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 1035754
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1237
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3281
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 7/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M8 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 26 points higher (67/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 Pro leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (82/100 vs 7/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (42/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Poco M8 Pro: The Poco M8 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
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 M8 Pro Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1035754 3803420
Geekbench Single 1237 3228
Geekbench Multi 3281 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1280x2772 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 100W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP66
Dimensions 163.3×78.3×8.3 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 206 g 227 g
Price $289 $504
Camera comparison
Poco M8 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Poco M8 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M8 Pro
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M8 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M8 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
41/100
1035754 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +72.8%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Poco M8 Pro by 72.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M8 Pro
$289
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $215. Poco M8 Pro is cheaper by $215.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (82/100 vs 7/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco M8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (42/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (90/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro by 26 points (67/100 vs 41/100).

What is the rating of the Poco M8 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco M8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco M8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 7/100).

Should you choose the Poco M8 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco M8 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.