Poco X8 Power vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Power (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $360 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Power has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 1,012,134); the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco X8 Power doesn't; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (210g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Power
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8 Power better?
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 7560 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $360 vs $561
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 1012134
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3481
- Lighter: 210g vs 229g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Power vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Poco X8 Power — 52/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Power and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Power (54/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Power | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1012134 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1099 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3481 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.3×8.6 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $360 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Power
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Power
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Power
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Power and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Poco X8 Power by 72.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $201. Poco X8 Power was $201 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power (97/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Power and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Power (54/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Power or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Power and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Power has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Power or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Power or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Power over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Power is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.