Poco X8 Power vs Redmi K90
The Poco X8 Power (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $360 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 60/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Power has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 7100); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,012,134); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco X8 Power doesn't; the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Power
Redmi K90
What makes Poco X8 Power better?
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 7100 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $360 vs $401
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1012134
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3481
- Lighter: 206g vs 229g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Power vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 16 points higher (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Poco X8 Power — 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 X8 Power (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Power and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Power (58/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Power is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Power (55/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Power | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1012134 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1099 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3481 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $360 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Power
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Power
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Power
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Power and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Poco X8 Power by 67.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $41. Poco X8 Power was $41 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power (91/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Power and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Power (58/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Power is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Power (55/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Power or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Power — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Power and the Redmi K90?
The Poco X8 Power has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Power or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Power or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Power over the Redmi K90?
The Poco X8 Power is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.