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; estimated prices are $249 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 38/100 (a 30-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 (3,088,357 vs 606,000); the Poco X6 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 by 30 points (68/100 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
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
What makes Poco X6 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 181g vs 206g
  • Cheaper: $249 vs $401

  • Better design/ergonomics (73/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3088357 vs 606000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1030
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 2980
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X6 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 30 points higher (68/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (53/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X6 leads (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X6 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).

Poco X6: The Poco X6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X6 Redmi K90
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 606000 3088357
Geekbench Single 1030 3050
Geekbench Multi 2980 9300
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
Price $249 $401
Camera comparison
Poco X6
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Poco X6
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco X6
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Overall performance score

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

Poco X6 Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
38/100
606000 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
68/100 +80.4%
3088357 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Poco X6 by 80.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X6
$249
Redmi K90
$401

Price difference: $152. Poco X6 is cheaper by $152.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 (69/100 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 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X6 (71/100 vs 50/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco X6 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (73/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X6 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).

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

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 by 30 points (68/100 vs 38/100).

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

The Poco X6 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K90 — 68/100.

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

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 40/100).

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

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco X6 over the Redmi K90?

The Poco X6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.