Poco X3 NFC vs Redmi K90

The Poco X3 NFC (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $230 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 36/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,088,357 vs 526,647); the Redmi K90 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.4mm).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC by 32 points (68/100 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
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
What makes Poco X3 NFC better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Cheaper: $230 vs $401

  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 526647
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 753
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 1808
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5160 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 206g vs 215g

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X3 NFC vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 32 points higher (68/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X3 NFC leads (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X3 NFC is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).

Poco X3 NFC: The Poco X3 NFC is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X3 NFC Redmi K90
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 526647 3088357
Geekbench Single 753 3050
Geekbench Multi 1808 9300
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2510x1156
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 10 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 450 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 165.3×76.8×9.4 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 215 g 206 g
Price $230 $401
Camera comparison
Poco X3 NFC
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Poco X3 NFC
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco X3 NFC
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

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

Poco X3 NFC Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G
36/100
526647 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100 +82.9%
3088357 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Poco X3 NFC by 82.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X3 NFC
$230
Redmi K90
$401

Price difference: $171. Poco X3 NFC is cheaper by $171.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (69/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (71/100 vs 43/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X3 NFC is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).

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

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC by 32 points (68/100 vs 36/100).

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

The Poco X3 NFC has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.

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

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 43/100).

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

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).

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

The Poco X3 NFC is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.