Poco X3 NFC vs Redmi K90 Max

The Poco X3 NFC (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $230 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 36/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 526,647); the Redmi K90 Max is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.4mm).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC by 31 points (67/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X3 NFC
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 43
Design 31
Value for money 94
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Poco X3 NFC better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 215g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $230 vs $504

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 526647
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 753
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1808
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5160 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 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X3 NFC vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 31 points higher (67/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X3 NFC leads (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X3 NFC leads (94/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X3 NFC is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X3 NFC notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (31/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X3 NFC notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (94/100 vs 75/100).

Poco X3 NFC: The Poco X3 NFC 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 X3 NFC Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 526647 3803420
Geekbench Single 753 3228
Geekbench Multi 1808 9553
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 10 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 450 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP66
Dimensions 165.3×76.8×9.4 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 215 g 227 g
Price $230 $504
Camera comparison
Poco X3 NFC
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Poco X3 NFC
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco X3 NFC
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X3 NFC and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X3 NFC Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G
36/100
526647 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +86.2%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Poco X3 NFC by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X3 NFC
$230
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $274. Poco X3 NFC is cheaper by $274.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (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 X3 NFC is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (77/100 vs 43/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco X3 NFC notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (31/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X3 NFC notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (94/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X3 NFC or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC by 31 points (67/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X3 NFC and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco X3 NFC has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X3 NFC or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco X3 NFC leads on camera score (43/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X3 NFC or the Redmi K90 Max?

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

Should you choose the Poco X3 NFC over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco X3 NFC 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.