Poco X5 vs Redmi K90
The Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $245 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 48/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 592,015); the Poco X5 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X5
Redmi K90
What makes Poco X5 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $401
- Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X5 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 28 points higher (76/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X5 — 46/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco X5 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X5 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Poco X5
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X5 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Poco X5 by 80.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $156. Poco X5 was $156 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Poco X5 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (58/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (72/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X5 by 28 points (76/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X5 and the Redmi K90?
The Poco X5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X5 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X5 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.