Poco X5 Pro vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Poco X5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $300 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 55/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 781,764); the Poco X5 Pro is noticeably lighter (181g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5 Pro
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Poco X5 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 181g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $561
- Better portability (71/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 781764
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 Pro vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Poco X5 Pro — 48/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Poco X5 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (71/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 Pro | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 781764 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×7.9 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X5 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 Pro and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Poco X5 Pro by 78.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $261. Poco X5 Pro was $261 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Poco X5 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (71/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 Pro by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 Pro and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 Pro or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 Pro over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.