Poco X6 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Poco X6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $249 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 38/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 606,000); the Poco X6 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 227g).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 by 29 points (67/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 40
Battery 50
Design 73
Value for money 93
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 82
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 16
Value for money 75
What makes Poco X6 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 181g vs 227g
  • Cheaper: $249 vs $504

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 16/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 606000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1030
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2980
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X6 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 29 points higher (67/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X6 leads (93/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X6 is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco X6 (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X6 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (93/100 vs 75/100).

Poco X6: The Poco X6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X6 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 606000 3803420
Geekbench Single 1030 3228
Geekbench Multi 2980 9553
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5100 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 67W 100W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 / HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP66
Dimensions 161.2×74.3×8.0 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 181 g 227 g
Price $249 $504
Camera comparison
Poco X6
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Poco X6
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco X6
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X6 and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X6 Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
38/100
606000 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
67/100 +84.1%
3803420 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 Max leads Poco X6 by 84.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X6
$249
Redmi K90 Max
$504

Price difference: $255. Poco X6 is cheaper by $255.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 (82/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco X6 is a bit better (40/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Poco X6 (77/100 vs 50/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco X6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (73/100 vs 16/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X6 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (93/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X6 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 by 29 points (67/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X6 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco X6 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X6 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco X6 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X6 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco X6 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Poco X6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.