Poco X5 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $245 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 32/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,119,955 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 210g).
Poco X5
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Lighter: 189g vs 210g
- Cheaper: $245 vs $561
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 71/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4119955 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2003
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 52 points higher (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X5 leads (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (74/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (93/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Poco X5 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2003 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $245 | $561 |
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Poco X5 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Poco X5 by 85.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $316. Poco X5 is cheaper by $316.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (94/100 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (74/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (82/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (63/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (93/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 52 points (84/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (94/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.