Poco X5 Pro vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco X5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $300 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 38/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 787,406); the Poco X5 Pro is noticeably lighter (181g vs 227g).
Poco X5 Pro
Redmi K90 Max
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 181g vs 227g
- Cheaper: $300 vs $504
- Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 16/100)
- Better value for money (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 787406
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 1/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Poco X5 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 29 points higher (67/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X5 Pro leads (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (82/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X5 Pro is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X5 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X5 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Poco X5 Pro | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 787406 | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 227 g | |
| Price | $300 | $504 |
Poco X5 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X5 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco X5 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X5 Pro and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Poco X5 Pro by 79.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $204. Poco X5 Pro is cheaper by $204.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (82/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X5 Pro is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (77/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X5 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X5 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Poco X5 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro by 29 points (67/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 Pro and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco X5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco X5 Pro leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 Pro or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 Pro over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco X5 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.