Poco X5 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 48/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $504
- Better portability (66/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 27 points higher (75/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Poco X5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Poco X5 by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $259. Poco X5 was $259 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Poco X5 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (66/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 27 points (75/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.