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; launch prices were $245 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-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 (3,622,315 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $561
- Better portability (66/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, 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 (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Poco X5 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 11047 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $245 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 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
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Poco X5 by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $316. Poco X5 was $316 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Poco X5 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 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.