Poco X7 vs Redmi K90
The Poco X7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $279 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 54/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5110); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 803,683); the Poco X7 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X7
Redmi K90
What makes Poco X7 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $279 vs $401
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 803683
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5110 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X7 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 22 points higher (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco X7 — 52/100, 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 X7 (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X7 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X7 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X7 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 803683 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×74.4×8.4 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $279 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Poco X7
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X7
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X7
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X7 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Poco X7 by 73.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $122. Poco X7 was $122 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X7 (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X7 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (72/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X7 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X7 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X7 by 22 points (76/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X7 and the Redmi K90?
The Poco X7 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X7 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X7 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Poco X7 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.