Poco X6 vs Redmi K90
The Poco X6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $249 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 56/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 798,429); the Poco X6 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6
Redmi K90
What makes Poco X6 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 181g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $401
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1030
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2980
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X6 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 20 points higher (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Poco X6 — 62/100, 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 X6 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X6 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (72/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X6 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1030 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2980 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.3×8.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $249 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Poco X6
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X6
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X6 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Poco X6 by 74.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $152. Poco X6 was $152 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X6 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (58/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (72/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X6 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 by 20 points (76/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X6 and the Redmi K90?
The Poco X6 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X6 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X6 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X6 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.